High Lonesome by Coverstone Stacey

Author:Coverstone, Stacey [Coverstone, Stacey]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Published: 2013-06-08T21:00:00+00:00

Chapter Seven

“There’s no need to be afraid,” Sheriff Griggs told Beth. “I just want you to meet this man and see if anything strikes a chord with you. See if you remember his face, his voice, the way he walks, anything at all.” He stood next to his secretary’s desk. Speaking in a quiet voice, he assured her, “I wouldn’t have called you in here if I didn’t think his story was compelling.”

“What’s so compelling about it?” Scott asked.

“He brought something with him that could prove he knows her. It’s an item he says belongs to her.”

“What kind of item?”

“Linda, show them.” Linda opened her desk drawer and showed them a small blue suede jewelry box. Cushioned inside was a silver locket in the shape of a heart.

“What does this prove?” Scott questioned.

“Linda, open the locket,” the sheriff said.

Both Scott and Beth peered into the locket at the miniature photo tucked inside. “It’s so small, I can’t even tell who it is,” Scott complained.

“The man in my office claims it’s his sister. He says the photo was taken two years ago. Look at it close. There’s a resemblance.” Beth held the locket up to her eyes and squinted. “Does the necklace look familiar to you?” Buddy asked.

She shook her head.

“Well, that doesn’t mean it’s not yours. I say, give this guy a shot. So far, the locket is all we have. Let’s see what happens when you meet him.”

“What if I don’t remember this man? Will I have to leave with him?” She wrung her hands together.

Buddy shook his head. “No way. I’m not going to let any ‘ol Tom, Dick or Harry waltz out of here with you. He has a photo I.D. on him, but I don’t want to tell you his name yet. I’m hoping he’s familiar to you. Maybe you’ll remember the necklace after talking to him. The photo does resemble you.”

“I’d never allow you to leave with someone without absolute confirmation,” Scott stated told Beth, firmly. His resolve to keep her safe made her feel a little less nervous.

“I just said I wouldn’t,” the sheriff repeated, frowning. “Are you questioning the way I’m handling this investigation, Scotty?”

“Nope. I’m just assuring her that she’ll be protected. This could be the man who hurt her.”

“My job is to protect and serve,” Buddy reminded him. “I’m doing both for the lady. Are you ready?” he asked her.

“Yes.” Her stomach rolled like a wave as she followed the sheriff to his office.

Scott took a step forward, but Buddy stopped him by pushing a hand onto his chest. “Where do you think you’re going?”

“Inside with the two of you.”

“No. You’ll stay right here. She has to do this on her own without any interference from you.”

“I’m not going to interfere,” Scott protested.

“You might be a distraction. You can keep my secretary company. She’ll get you a cup of coffee, won’t ya Linda?”

“Sure will.” The legs of Linda’s chair scraped as she scooted out from behind her desk. “Let’s go to the back, Scott.

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