Chapter 127

“It should be noted that Pete has recently been hired by our company as security for Ashley and Becky,” added Steve. “I can’t express how much I appreciate his quick and decisive actions in protecting these two women. He’s a wounded veteran, and a man you can trust to have your back in a tight situation. He’ll be getting a raise and a bonus!”

“And a new foot,” quipped Becky. “Pete lost a foot while on active duty in Iraq. He has a prosthetic foot, and it was struck by the bullet that was intended for my sister and me. He showed the foot to us on the ride to the hospital. Now I call him ‘Leadfoot,’ and he’s fine with it,” joked Becky.

Soon the interview was completed and Amber promised to broadcast it as soon as possible. She thought it was important enough to break into regular evening programming, but that was a decision for the network.

It was pushing eight o’clock by the time the group returned to the hotel. Naomi and Kate were all over them as soon as they ente