There was a pause in the conversation , Gary looked at Tarquin and closed his eyes for a few seconds before replying. Gary :” This whole thing is a mess. But I am clear about one thing. How I feel about Heather’s death .Although we hadn’t been close for a long time ,I still can’t believe that I’ll n...

Gary has received an email from the British consulate in Varna. They advised that a woman’s body was recovered by a naval launch off the coast near Varna.The local police had circulated a photograph which was recognised by a member of the consular staff. Alarm bells were ringing and they accepted re...

Tarquin was wondering what Chris had in mind when he said there might be a way he could help. Tarquin :” I think I see where you want to go with this idea, but Kenny’s success was always based on a guarantee of anonymity, his sources knew he had no truck with the law. There is an obvious danger here...

Dennis and Dagmar have been discussing the repercussions that could come from Chris’s decision to return to his old job. Dagmar :” You’re absolutely sure that’s what Detlef said?” Dennis :” Yes. Giving the running of Amesec to Fredo was the first phase, and he was going to see Carla for a few days, ...

Barry's comment about warning the lads not to go to Central Africa !

Nikki looks surprised when Nev gave her his shirt and stood in front of her ,with the twins laughing and shouting. Nikki :” Ooooo …Nev. What can I say , you do look so very ……macho like that, so……..hairy?” The twins were cackling at her remarks, and that made Nev less uncomfortable about the feeling...

Chris is taking a call from Kenny Brown. Chris :” That’s incredible Kenny, your contact is sure the body was identified as Heather Lane?” Kenny :” Yes. He’s talking to me because he knows we had her under surveillance and know her better than most.” Chris :” You just said know not knew?” Kenny :” Sh...

Oz is slowly making his way back to the house after a leisurely walk in the nearby woods.He sees Sara sat on the veranda drinking coffee. Sara :”Hi petal, good walk? Shall I pour coffee for you?” Oz :” Thanks pet. Aye, it was canny stroll .It’s champion round here isn’t it?” He sat down next to her ...

By the time Pru made her excuses and had headed off to her room, she knew exactly what Stefano was up to. For some time he and his group had orchestrated a public relations exercise aimed at people he considered decision makers. Offers of grants, soft loans, and hosted seminars, were made to a wide ...

Detlef is chatting to Den while watching Nev pulling faces at the twins. Detlef :” So the rumour is Chris is sick and tired of the Newcastle?” Den chuckled. Dennis :” That’s a bit strong isn’t it, he’s got Fredo to help with some of the day- to- day, that’s all?” Detlef :” I believe it’s a bit more ...

Tarquin and Gary are settling down to listen in and glad of the rest after manhandling speakers and amplifiers to the satisfaction of the musicians in Stefano’s nearby holiday home. Tarquin :” It was good advice from that chap, not to give up the day job!” Gary laughed . Gary :” You didn’t give a go...

Exactly ,just press a button and you're crossing the border in Oz's clapped out car!

Gary has checked in with Arlington and is looking amused. Tarquin :” So don’t just look smug, tell me what was in the message, I guess it’s from Maria?” Gary grinned. Gary :” Yes and confirmation that a lot of preparation has gone into this get-together at Cabrera.” Tarquin :” You mean a lot of assu...

Dear me!

On board the Sans Souci life was proceeding better than Pru had expected. Working for Heather was proving to be wonderful. Since their departure she’d been impressed with so many things not least her complete new wardrobe ,such an excellent fit ,how had they managed that? She shared a hairdresser an...