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Chapter 45

“What puts you in such a wonderful mood?”

Catrina’s voice startled Benjamin out of his reverie. He beamed widely at her and bowed in greeting before inviting her to sit next to the counter while he served some food and wine to one of the souls who had entered the diner approximately five minutes ago.

“I’m always in a good mood,” Benjamin replied as he moved closer to Catrina. “I haven’t seen you in a while. Busy?”

Catrina nodded as she patted the empty bar stool next to her, gesturing for Benjamin to sit there. “Always, but I missed hanging out with you.”

“Me, too. Anything new I should know about?”

Catrina shook her head. “Same old. Just an endless parade of souls one right after the other. What about you? How’s Eric doing?”

Benjamin was amused. “Can’t conceal anything from you, can I?”

“Actually, you can, but Persephone has spies everywhere.”

Benjamin scoffed. “Figures. That nosy old hag.”