Carl Meadows smacked too much of “bully” to Rick. He’d also seen that look in a man’s eye before. Carl would definitely cause more trouble for Laura. “That really wasn’t necessary,” Laura said softly. “I can handle him.” He glanced at Laura, flashing her a grin he hoped looked genuine. In reality, his instincts for battle were stirring. “You shouldn’t have to handle him. He should obey your wishes and leave you alone.” “He will,” she said with a shrug. “He’s just angry because the judge is making him pay alimony. Once he appeals and I don’t contest, he’ll get over it.” “Do you really think so, Laura?” Balori asked the question quietly. The woman obviously had good instincts as well. “Because I’m not so certain. I didn’t say anything before, but Carl worries me.” “He’s not harmless, but he’ll leave me alone. He’s got Linda to occupy him now. Given what I saw on the videos he had, I’m willing to bet he’ll forget me quickly enough.”
