Mountains of Dawn

"You haven't told me anything substantial," Malcolm said, his annoyance replaced by anger. "Clearly, the man is a loose end. He may have some criminal connections, but there is no convincing evidence of any wrong doing. One thing is clear, he doesn't need money. His bank accounts and his investments are solid." Malcolm looked at Joe. "Anything else?" he asked again.

Joe quickly leafed through his notebook once more. "Ah, here. Another rumor. Luigi Amedeo's father, a widower, was engaged to Tanya's mother, Carla. The engagement was called off and Carla married Henry Caldwell." Joe paused and glanced at Malcolm in triumph. "That's a connection," he asserted with pride.

Malcolm waved his hand in annoyance. "Children don't go around avenging unsuccessful love affairs of their parents," he said. "More substance, please. Keep investigating Mr. di Monteturro."