“Misleading!” Avery cried again. Several men in stiff woolen suits could only peer down, choking back laughter with serious expressions. Hands on hips, gazes rounding over kitchen stoves, fluorescent lighting; basically, appearing busy. They listened intently without making eye contact. She sat, huddled posture, blanket covered, teeth chattering like Tic Tacs tumbling around their plastic container.
Where? Mostly-empty Italian restaurant.
When? Near closing time.
What?? Quite simply, her story contained three elements: sexual frustration, absence of pride, and a far too expensive vintage Merlot.
All eyes turned finally at our fallen lady:
“The sign ‘Meat Locker’,” speaking slowly, “should be clarified.”
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