Chapter 27

When I opened my eyes, Scarlet hovered above me. I was a huge mess. After Syl left, I took to finishing an entire minifridge of beer. I was on the sofa in the lobby, where I greeted Jasper Lang yesterday.

“I’m sorry, Miss Piper. I didn’t mean…”

I held on to her hand and pulled myself up. “It wasn’t Jasper Lang. It was that man who was with him.”

She sounded relieved hearing my voice, but‌ she was concerned about me. I felt hungover from the drinking.

“Do you have any bookings today?” I asked, to her surprise.

“No, not until the late afternoon today. It’s a workday for most of them, so I don’t expect many. Since Jasper Lang had his fill, he shouldn’t be coming any time soon.”

“If that is so, I’ll head home for a rest. Can you help me tell Kaiser when he comes in?”

“Mister Kaiser is already downstairs, waiting for you.”

I almost jumped at her answer. I quickly ran, ignoring the aches in my abdomen, until I reached the reception area. Kaiser