Chapter 60: The Sin Of The Parent, Part 15, Kirstie

JAMES

It's a relief to come to work. There's a lot to be said for having a senior position, people all around who understand you, work you enjoy and not constantly having some interfering bastard peering over your shoulder.

I could do without all the paperwork though....

I survey the pile of files, reports, applications for permission and other crap on my desk.

I remember when I used to design bridges....

Richard enjoys this stuff....

Each to their own....

I check my watch. I have a meeting on-site within twenty minutes.

Would this be useful for her?

I tap on my phone. "Charlotte, I'm going on-site to talk with Sam Callaghan. We'll be looking at the latest ground surveys on B-site. Do you want to come?"

"I'd like to, but I'm in a meeting myself. Do you need me there right now?"

"I can hang on for five minutes. I'll wait by the main entrance."

I head for the elevator, throwing, "I'm going on-site, Francis," behind me. "I'm not expecting to be in again today."