I Called Three Investigators to My Nephew’s Birthday Party

had started dropping things.

“There is a mistake,” she said. “I interviewed. I did all of that. Ask Kevin.”

Denise checked her notes. “Kevin Lutz?”

Brittany nodded too fast. “Yes. Kevin. Regional talent director.”

Denise’s expression didn’t change.

“Kevin Lutz was terminated eleven months ago.”

The yard made a sound then, a low group inhale.

Even the kids continue reading …