The hotel was surrounded by older buildings and the train station was only a few blocks away. OSI agent Jordan was in the passenger seat with a wondering look on his face. “I suppose we’re here for a reason?” Jake broke his trance. “Sure as hell are,” he said. “Let’s go.” He got out carrying his laptop computer. The two of them entered the wide, modern lobby of the hotel. There were large plants all around. A waterfall cascaded into a small pool where children had dropped shiny Shillings. Jake walked immediately to the front counter, pulled out his computer and set it out in front of him. A curious young woman dressed in a company suit approached him. It was the same woman who had gotten the phone records of Murdock’s room for Jake the day before. He hoped she had a poor memory. There was a moment of hesitation as she studied Jake’s face.
