“But I don’t have enough money to pay for the membership,” Brian protested in exasperation, fighting back tears of frustration.
“That has all been handled,” Jim Boy stated in a matter of fact voice.
“By whom?” Brian asked, his voice trembling.
“Now that would be telling and spoil the surprise.”
“What if I don’t want or like surprises?” Brian said in a dry tone.
“First, my dear, if I did know, I couldn’t tell you. Second, I don’t know, and honey, if I don’t know, it’s hush-hush. How about you come in tomorrow and I will show you around, and we will talk. Sounds like you are having an off evening?”