How’d Your Know Gideon?

Austyn didn’t speak. ‘I’m not trying to get her in trouble,’ Giana said. ‘To the contrary, I’m trying to help her solve her marital problems.’ ‘Oh?’ Austyn raised an eyebrow. ‘We spent last night and the better part of today together. She hasn’t stopped talking about you the whole time, Mr McCarthy.’ ‘What did she say?’ Austyn sat up straight. ‘Do you want the truth or something beautiful?’ Austyn scowled. ‘I don’t have time for lies or half-truths, nor for people who beat around the bush. Miss Mills, if you have something to say, say it.’ Giana put down the glass of orange juice and turned to face Austyn. ‘Kira said that you are petty, that you throw tantrums like a woman and that you haven’t been home for several days.’ She had more to add but stopped when she saw the murderous look on Austyn’s face. Giana held back, not wanting to be the messenger that got shot. She gave Austyn enough time to digest the news, then she continued, ‘Do you know why Kira took Kayleigh’s cheque?’ ‘Go on.