‘But you’ve studied biochemistry, right?’ Darya said. ‘You are the ultimate genius in this field. With you there, Solaro and Zenith won’t be able to pull the wool over our eyes.’
Brion contemplated the idea.
‘Please?’ Darya pleaded. ‘You don’t actually have to do the research part. Just be there to keep an eye on things.’
‘A month?’
‘A month. You can cut it short if you want, or extend it if you find the project to be interesting. It’s all up to you.’
Brion nodded. ‘Okay.’
‘Great! Thanks, my dear brother. I could kiss you right now if I’m not driving.’
‘Both hands on the wheel and eyes straight ahead, please,’ Brion said in a flat voice. ‘I don’t want to spend my first day of vacation in a hospital room. Or worse, in the morgue.’
Darya laughed. ‘Hey, you are getti
