BEYOND THE USUAL RULES
Author: Victor Amos Regannez
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Marvin slipped his phone out of his pocket, his hand was steady as he scrolled through his contacts.

He stopped when he found the name: "Donovan Reeves". The airport manager, and someone Marvin had once done business with. This was his best shot.

He pressed the call button and raised the phone to his ear, glancing one more time at Martha.

She was still smirking, confident that she’d won. But Marvin knew better. This wasn’t over.

The phone rang twice before Donovan’s deep voice answered.

“Hello, who am I speaking with?"

"It Marvin, Marvin Richmond." He said the last name like he wasn't proud of it.

"Marvin! It’s been a while. How are you, my friend?” The voice at the background was overjoyed as he heard that lit was Marvin.

Marvin didn’t have time for small talk. His voice was calm but firm. “Donovan, this isn’t the time for pleasantries. I need you to do something for me.”

There was a pause on the other end. Donovan sounded surprised. “Alright… what do you need me to do for you?”

Ma
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