“Rayford, is she standing right there?” “That’s correct.” “Do you have any idea what her problem is?” “Not totally.” “I want to get to the bottom of it,” Buck said. “I concur with that.” “I mean tonight.” “Affirmative. Absolutely. You can try her again tomorrow.” “Rayford, are you telling me it’s all right for me to come there right now?” “Yes, you’re right. I can’t promise she’ll be here, but try again tomorrow.” “So if I came there right now, I would not be offending you.” “Not at all. We’ll expect your call tomorrow then.” “I’m on my way.” “OK, Buck. Talk to you then.” Rayford didn’t like
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