to check for messages. He hoped that McAdams would have something soon. Kadira handed him the worn business card McAdams had left. John glanced at it, then asked, "Do you know where McAdams is now?"

Kadira thought for a moment, "He went out a short time ago. I can leave him a message, if you like."

"Please. Have him meet me tonight in the Salon, say about 9. Thank you."

Kadira watched John as he went out into the afternoon sun as a new guest stepped up to the register.