Chapter 159

Less than an hour after I first spoke to Shane Ryan, he calls me back. “The information you requested has been delivered to your office,” he says. He’s no-nonsense, and I like that. “That was … quick.” “Our girl is the best in the business. Plus, she says this asshole was so arrogant he didn’t bother covering his tracks. It was all there on his laptop, waiting for someone like her to come along and find it. Not that there is anyone else like her.” “Well, I appreciate it. How do I compensate Jessie for her time?” “No need. She’d be insulted if you tried. She considers it her honor to take down scum like this. What are you going to do with this information? I hope I don’t have to point out that it can’t be used in court, and it can’t come back to her.” “No, I understand. And I’m going to use it to fuck him up. It’s possible I may also beat the crap out of him.” He laughs, and it’s not an especially pleasant sound. “Sounds like a plan. You need any help with that second part, you know wh