by Don Sawyer
Daffy raised his eyebrows. “All’s fair in love and war. So what are you going to do with Molly? Sue her for your fee?”
Stitch shook his head miserably. “No. She’s right. I was a real bastard.”
Daffy raised his eyes, thinking. “That’s true.”
“Gee, it’s always great to get support from your best friend.”
“Well, look on the bright side. You’re all over the news. The president of Venam has been indicted for fraud and money laundering. Cecconi has been picked up on suspicion of murder. The RCMP is having a field day ripping up the money laundering scheme. You’re a hero. You’re gong to have more business than you know what to do with.”
Stitch held up his coffee cup as a toast. “And Daffy Abbott is famous. He’s been interviewed on CBC, and Global.”
“Don’t forget CNN,” Daffy added.
Stitch raised his hands as if framing a sign. “Daffy Abbott. The Crusading Counsel. No Bog Too Small.”
Daffy laughed. “Well, there’s plenty to do, partner.”
Stitch leaned back in his chair. “Do you think I can get her back?”
“Who?”
“Who!” Stitch yelled. “Molly, of course.”
Other customers began to eye Stitch nervously.
“Just teasing,” Daffy smiled. “Look, you can track down murders. You’re fearless. You’re a brilliant detective. How hard can it be to win over Molly?”
Stitch looked unconvinced. “I think it’s a different skill set.”
Daffy nodded thoughtfully. “Yeah, but I love you man. So does she.”
Stitch looked up hopefully. “You think so?”
“Absolutely. All you have to do is not act like a jerk.” Daffy thought for a minute. “Maybe you’re right. Maybe it is hopeless.”
Stitch leapt over the table. The two men rolled on the floor pummelling each other and laughing.
The other customers fled for the doors.
Don Sawyer has authored more than ten books. These include the award-winning young adult novel, Where the Rivers Meet, and the acclaimed non-fiction account of his first teaching experience in rural Newfoundland, Tomorrow Is School. Don is an educator and writer who has travelled and worked in West Africa and the Caribbean as well as with First Nations communities in Canada. He lives in Salmon Arm, British Columbia.