<strong>Sunset</strong><br/><br/>While Mary had time to consider matters, a text message came over her phone.  The name of the sender was Mr. Brand, almost certainly an alias, one of her contacts in organized crime.  "I heard that you requested some free time," read the message, "but if you can spare a few hours, please call me.  I'll make sure it's worth your while."<br/><br/>Mr. Brent always paid well and was respectful, although he never answered questions.  Most of the wounds suffered by his people were gunshots, knife stabs and broken bones from blunt trauma.<br/><br/>Carrie continued to sleep soundly and peacefully, albeit not dreamlessly.