“Fran? Mister V.”

“Yes, sir. We weaned that playboy away from his fair charmers. They’re out.”

“Swell.” I appreciated her choice of words. “That’s not what I’m calling about. I’m at the Brulard. Know it?”

“Why, certainly.”

“Hike over. Room four-one-six. Bring a nightgown or pajamas or whatever you wear.”

“Sir?” She must have thought I was completely off my rocker.

“This is not Lothario Vine speaking.”

“Oh?”

“And, Fran. Do you happen to have any Rip Van Winkles?”

“I can get some.”