"Now, for the first time in years, you make sense."
"Thanks."
"But look," said Stacey suddenly, "just what kind of mess have you gotten yourself into?"
"I don't know. I hope to find out."
"Well, it's thick."
Paul blinked. "I know it. But why?"
"You answer that one, it's your question."
"What's new?"
"Nora Phillips is missing."
"Missing?" exploded Paul. "Where did she go?"