Deadly current, p.21
Deadly Current, page 21
“I would imagine,” I replied. “Close enough to the truth, though.” Logan nodded. “You ever consider it? Leaving law enforcement, opening your own agency?”
Logan looked out at the ocean. “To be honest, I just don’t think it would be the same without her…without D.”
“I know it feels that way now, Logan. But, maybe you should keep your options—and that door—open. I think Decker would want you to.”
“Maybe, someday.” He shrugged before turning to me. “Why, are you offering to be my partner?”
I laughed. “I think I already have my hands full—between my photography business, my saucy best friend and…this guy.” I waved a hand at Nicoh, who was acting about as goofy as I felt as he trotted to keep up with the beauty at his side.
“Well, it would be immensely useful, considering you clearly already have a considerable skill set under your belt,” Logan teased.
I snorted. “It takes a considerable amount of patience, persistence and downright stubbornness—honed over years of dedication to mastering the craft.”
He released a chuckle and nodded. “I would guess so.”
We walked in a comfortable silence for a few moments, until I shared what had been weighing on me. “Seriously, Logan, at least take what I’ve said into consideration about hanging up a shingle. I think it suits you. And I think Decker would agree.”
“You do the same, AJ, if you change your mind about hanging that shingle with me?” I smiled and nodded, becoming self-conscious when I noticed he was studying me. “Now I know why Decker chose you.”
“Chose me?” I stopped, nearly tripping over my own feet in the process.
Logan grabbed my elbow to ensure I remained upright. “You remind me so much of her.” He chuckled. “Except for the two left feet, that is.”
“Thanks,” I replied, brushing hair out of my eyes. “It’s one of my handier skills—tripping over my own feet, that is. You’ll never know when you’ll need that one in pinch.” Logan laughed, causing me to blush. Again. “Anyway you are right, I’m sure Decker typically had both feet firmly planted and always knew which direction she was traveling before she took the next step.”
He nodded. “She was also an exceptional judge of character. The day before she was…killed, she wanted to make sure I passed along a message—a request—in the event something happened to her.”
“An ominous bit of foreshadowing,” I murmured, prodding Logan to continue. “This request…”
“She wants you to look into her mother’s case,” he replied, searching my eyes, his tone serious.
“Her mother’s—what?” I stammered. “Why me?”
“Decker said the two of you shared something in common. Something…deeply personal.”
“Death,” I whispered, thinking of my parents, my sister, my friends.
“It not just death that connects you, AJ,” he replied, holding my shoulders so that I was forced to face him. “It’s the way they died.”
“They were murdered,” I replied. Logan nodded. “Where…how would I know where to start?” Panic washed over me, not wishing to let Decker or her faith in me down.
“With both feet firmly planted, confident that you know what direction you’re taking before you take that step.”
I looked down, frowning when I realized he was using my own words against me.
He tilted my chin until I met his eyes.
“And with your assistance?” I asked, disappointed when he shook his head. “Because you can’t? Or won’t?”
“Because I’m a cop,” he replied, his tone sad but earnest. “I can, however, offer you a starting point.”
“A lead?” My reply came out sounding far more hopeful than I felt. Before he could respond, I spouted out, “Why not take it to the Stanton’s—or Anna? This is more their level of expertise.”
“No, AJ, she wanted you.” Logan released a breath before continuing, “Besides, there’s a serious conflict of interest where they’re concerned. As it is, there will be hell to pay when this comes out.”
“I’m not sure I like the sound of that. Maybe you should just tell me about this lead Decker had.”
“It’s more than just a lead, AJ. Decker had a name.”
“Okay…” I gestured for him to continue, even though I was still not convinced I wanted to know, regardless of how far this name, whoever’s it was, took me.
“Terrence Edwards,” he replied, ensuring he had my full attention before he added, “The man who changed Decker and her pop’s lives forever.
“Until this moment, that bastard has gotten away with murder.”
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~ The End ~
About Harley
Harley Christensen lives in Phoenix, Arizona with her significant other and their mischievous motley crew of rescue dogs (aka the “kids”).
When not at her laptop, Christensen is an avid hockey fan and lover of all things margarita. It’s also rumored she’s never met a green chile or jalapeño she didn’t like, regardless of whether it liked her back.
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Other Books By Harley
Mischievous Malamute Mystery Series
Book 1—Gemini Rising
Book 2—Beyond Revenge
Book 3—Blood of Gemini
Book 4—Deadly Current
Book 5—Gemini Lost
Book 6—Fatal Bonds
Book 7—COMING SOON!
Six Seasons Suspense Series
Book 1—First Fall
Book 2—Winter Storm
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