Baylor knew from experience that such calls usually meant trouble.

The thought made Baylor uneasy, and he quickly said, "I might be overreacting. Let's just wait for Mr. Dreskin's orders right here."

He preferred to stay back and face a delayed end to his day rather than risk his job.

Jackson acknowledged this with a nod and maintained his post by the door.

Claudia, after drinking some water, glanced at her watch. “Got much left to do? If you are not busy, can you get off work now?"