Chapter 157

Private hummed a tune to himself as he unlocked the door of his apartment and entered. Working for Laura was one of the most infuriating jobs he had ever taken, but he had no choice.

He took off his shoes and dropped the bag of groceries he had just purchased from the store on the table to sort them out later. Next, he switched on the light in the living room and screeched loudly when he found someone sitting on his couch.

“Hello, Private,” Xavier greeted his PI with a smile and wave of hand. His legs were crossed over the other and he looked comfortable, like he hadn’t just been sitting in the dark for who knew how long.

“How did you come…? How do you know where…?” Private stammered, pointing a finger at Xavier as he stepped back in fear.

“How did I come into your apartment? How do I know where you live?” Xavier completed for him. “Well to answer your questions, first, it’s private and second, it’s private as well. Since we’re both keeping secrets from each other, why sho