Previously:

Alright I wanted to say that I agree with you. Angie deserves Bette just as much as Bette needs her. So whatever youre planning, count me in.” A wide beaming smile graced my face for the hundredth time today.

“Good to know, Alice.”

“But you have to let me think of the code name.”

“Fine. But have one for tomorrow. I got to go. But call me.”

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Chapter 4


“Al, hurry up.” I say pulling Alice into the restaurant. Unfortunately for me, not only was she walking backwards into this place, but she was lurking around the corner. If someone hadnt already called the cops, maybe they should consider it.

“Got to be careful. Dont want to be spotted.” Was all she said before she resumed her skulking

“Spotted by who, Alice? We dont know anyone here, remember? Neutral territory.”

“Look newbie, youre new at this….”

“And youre not very good at it.”

“Anyway, you dont know the art of snooping. The planning, the sniffing out clues. The subtle clues that the perp gives you. Stick with me and you might learn something. Someday…maybe.”

“Man, I can see why youve been doing top ten lists forever.”

“Keep talking, Porter. I have a good mind to just leave you here.”

“Promise.” I tell her half way into the restaurant. We were supposed to meet Tina here this afternoon , but I cant see her through this crowed establishment.

“Hey.” We hear a voice behind us. 007 jumps and squeaks like a girl. I have to keep my mouth shut on this one, its too easy. But the voice belong to Tina, who had a curious look on her face when she took a look at our black ninja gear. Yes it is Spring, and yes it was very hot, but Alice insisted. Maybe Bette was right about not listening to Alice, anymore.

“Hey weirdos, whats with the outfits?” She asked leading us to her table.

“We have to attend a rehearsal for the gay version of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.” Alice quipped. At least I think thats want she was doing. She might have thought it was a great excuse.

“Right.” Tina said nodding her head. “Is that why you were sneaking around the building. I was coming from my car when I saw you duck behind the trees. Not to stealthy, Al.”