Just tell whoever answers that you want to report a homicide, Mason said, and tell them youre in a hurry. Theyll put you through. No, but he and I and Joan are the only people of my acquaintance who were aware of the list. Except you, of course; you seem to be aware of everything. Mason hung up, said to Della Street,The board is connected so that incoming calls will be received in here, Della? The Candidate looked at Corsing.Did you know about this? Look, Travis, I dont really know you that well. And Ive known Brad much longer. I know he can be a prick, but— Slick took the last sip of the wine, collected our glasses, and tucked them back into the wicker basket. He then shook the crumbs from the red and white checked cloth, folded it carefully, and laid it on top of the glasses. As always, he was very neat. Della said mischievously,I always remember what you said about him when he got married. Yes, sir. They set down at Teterboro early enough to beat rush hour, cars waited for both Lance and Dino. Stone got their luggage into Dinos car, but Lance waved him over. Did he offer you any amount? What is it? Herb is the only one whos had a clear look at the guy from close up, Stone said. One car is best. Start looking, Herb. Ruths excuse for leaving after she put the tray on the table was a charming lie about how she had to drive into Harpers Ferry for something that she had forgotten. I would have believed her myself except that she was one of those persons who almost never forgot anything. But her excuse made both Murfin and Quane preen a little because she made it sound as if she were regretfully forgoing what promised to prove the most fascinating afternoon of her life. Now wait a minute, Drake said. Dont blow a gasket over this thing, Perry. Im simply asking you. Id like very much to have that information. It would simplify my investigative work. Mayflower Enterprises. Ever heard of them? Ive done some digging on them but theres not much. Some guy named—.