A Sinister Setup

No matter what she was planning, I had to be prepared. I packed a voice recorder and some pepper spray in my bag. 'Whatever happens, I have to face her,' I told myself.

By around eleven, I arrived at the tea house.

It was an upscale spot, with plenty of guests having business discussions in the lobby. A waiter came over politely to ask if I needed anything.

I ordered a cup of coffee and sat down t