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    Deadly Negotiations
    Deadly Negotiations
    Deadly Negotiations
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    Deadly Negotiations

    By Phil Armstrong

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    A highly engaging short story. A Watchmaker and his wife find themselves in a difficult situation. Mr. Pike is an unsympathetic banker about to call their loan. An unusual accord is struck with deadly consequences and a cunning twist in the tale. A quick but highly engaging read.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPhil Armstrong
    Release dateDec 29, 2012
    ISBN9780987728425
    Deadly Negotiations
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    Phil Armstrong

    Phil Armstrong is a busy technology executive who is pleased to bring you these books free of charge.

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      Deadly Negotiations - Phil Armstrong

      Deadly Negotiations

      Phil Armstrong

      Copyright 2010 by Phil Armstrong

      Smashwords Edition

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      Chapter 1: The things we cherish

      Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, 1890

      It was a bright summer day on Duke, a busy main street in the heart of town. A few fluffy clouds dared to race across the sky, as the strong breeze blew in from the sea. Mr. Johnson, from Johnson's Watch Co. had acquired his skills from his Swiss Father. He passed away from the cold, damp air, of a nasty Maritime winter. Mr. Johnson had left his store, and his knowledge, to his son, Nathaniel Johnson. The store was now safely in the custody of a long line of watchmakers. Nathaniel lacked confidence; he'd not earned the reputation as a gifted watchmaker. The truth was still waiting to be discovered; Nathaniel was perhaps the finest, most creative, watchmaker in North America.

      I'm sorry to disturb you, but that man is back again and he's asking for you. Nathaniel calmly rested his tools and stared beyond the bright light that illuminated his delicate work. Daisy was Nathaniel's wife. She knew instantly that Nathaniel was the man she'd dreamed about meeting. They married quickly and she

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