Harlequin Romantic Suspense April 2021 by Karen Whiddon

Author:Karen Whiddon [Whiddon, Karen]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Harlequin
Published: 2021-04-15T00:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 16

Two weeks passed with no word from Stanton. After the shock at all that had happened wore off, Dominique had thrown herself into the story. The initial overview had made headlines but now she was writing the deeper parts, including how she’d gone undercover to sneak into the resort. Of course that hadn’t gone so well, but at least it had worked out in the end. She’d been interviewed by several television news outlets, and her reporting skills had garnered accolades she’d only ever dreamed of.

Just as stubborn was her belief, deep down, that somehow, someday, Stanton would get over his pride over how the takedown hadn’t gone quite the way he’d planned. She acknowledged that it had to have been difficult to see her in such a vulnerable position, but she’d survived. They’d survived. Why couldn’t he see that?

“I’m so impressed with all you’ve accomplished here, Dominique.” Melissa sat back in her desk chair. They’d spent the last two hours going over statements and checking facts. “And I appreciate that you agree we’re on the same team.”

“Of course we are. Have you had any luck figuring out if there are more corrupt people at GGPD?”

Melissa shook her head. “I have my suspicions but it’s slow going. Nothing worse than a corrupt cop, I’ll tell you.”

“I’m sorry you’re dealing with this.”

“You sound like Stanton.” Melissa must have seen the shadow pass over her face. “Speaking of my brother, what’s going on with you two? He’s tight-lipped with me.”

“Nothing’s going on. He was so upset with himself that I was ever in danger with Jimenez. I haven’t been able to break through his wall, and he hasn’t spoken to me since the resort takedown.”

Melissa sighed. “My brother can be an ass. This is all his pride. He’ll come around, Dominique. I’ve no doubt you’re the love of his life. My only question is, is he yours?”

“I’m sorry, but I can’t comment on an ongoing investigation.” She winked and Melissa laughed. They promised to get together for lunch soon and Dominique left the station. It was a perfect spring day with bright blue skies and a hint of warmth in the breeze that came off the lake. She couldn’t help smiling to herself at Melissa’s observations.

The tables had turned on her communications with Stanton. Unlike when she’d walked away from him two years ago, this time she was the one texting and calling him, leaving messages that went unanswered. Her one consolation was that he hadn’t blocked her.

Soledad had cared for her the first few days she’d been back in her apartment, and she appreciated it but they all knew the only person she wanted at her side was unable to be there, away licking his emotional wounds. Her father had promised to continue to avoid walking his boxer dogs in Grave Gulch Park, to her relief. Her twin had been a huge support and texted her frequently to keep her chin up and have faith that Stanton would be back.

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