Chapter 82

"Realistically speaking, nine months to a year for a house this big. You might get it built faster if you pay premiums to get them to put in overtime, or put two different crews on all of the systems, then maybe six months. I've got a guy I'd recommend to handle the contracting."

"I was hoping to get out of this hotel faster," I said.

"Not likely, but talk to the guy. If you're willing to blow through money, it might go faster."

"Staying here isn't cheap. I'm not sure which blows through my money faster, especially when I'm eating out all the time."

"Here's his number, give him a call. I'll make the adjustments and give him the blueprints."

"By the way, Rodney. Emma is being bred this Friday through Monday. You're welcome to show up on any or all of those days to toss your hat in the ring, or sperm in the pussy, as the case may be."

"What