SUSPICION
“In the six years I devoted to tracking David Cromwell, it never occurred to me that he didn’t exist.” Martha was disconsolate. “Why not for heaven’s sake?” Cindy looked sympathetically at her old friend. “Because I was purposely being misled.” “By whom?” “That’s just it, I don’t know. But, I’m going to find out.” “I think it goes without saying, when you discover who’s been misleading you, you’ll know who stole all of your money. Do you have any suspects? “Oh, yes, I certainly do. And, just in case you’re wondering, you’re on the list.” “I am? How delightful. I would consider it a pointed insult if I weren’t. Is your ex-husband on the list?” “No.” “Why not? What was his name, I forget?” “He’s dead.” “That’s not what I asked you.” “His name is, was Rick Shaw.” “That’s right. Now I remember. How very funny — married to a Rickshaw.” “He didn’t think so.” “I’ll just bet he didn’t. So he’s dead?” “As a doornail.” “That’s just like him....