On a Quiet Street by J. L. Doucette

Author:J. L. Doucette [Doucette, J. L.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: She Writes Press
Published: 2019-07-15T04:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 34

Antelope left the station and drove to Our Lady of Sorrows Church. The housekeeper, Sister Julia, answered the front door of the rectory.

“Good afternoon, Detective. Are you here to speak with Father Bellamy?”

“I have more questions, if he can spare a few minutes of his time.”

“I’m afraid he’s not here. He’s worn out from the funeral service.”

“Where might I find him?”

“He’s gone for a swim.”

“Where does he swim, at White Mountain or downtown?”

“Usually he’ll go to the Recreation Center, but in summer he prefers to swim outside. He’s got a guest pass over at the Preserve.”

“That’s the apartment complex where Connor Collins lives, isn’t it? I didn’t realize they had guest memberships there.”

“I don’t believe they do. Connor set it up special for Father because he likes being outdoors so much. And he needs all the relaxation he can get after what he’s been through with Stacey and Connor.” She shook her head. “Frankly, I don’t know how he does it.”

“Thank you, I won’t take up any more of your time today.”

He drove straight to the Preserve and parked where he could observe the activity at the pool. Father Bellamy walked out of the locker room a few minutes later. When he spotted Antelope, he waved and held up a hand, indicating that he should wait. He disappeared into the office and a few minutes later came out with the manager of the pool.

“Good afternoon, Detective. I wasn’t expecting to see you. It’s been a stressful, exhausting time for all of us. But I guess the policeman’s work is never done. I arranged with Jeffrey here to find us a small conference room to meet in and he obliged us, thank you very much, Jeffrey.”

“No problem, Father,” the manager said brightly. “Follow me, it’s right down here. Will Mr. Collins be joining you also?”

“No, not today, it will be the two of us, thank you. Oh and some ice water would be very welcome, Jeffrey.”

The pool manager gave a salute and went off to get the water.

“To what do I owe this honor, Detective?” Father Bellamy asked, turning his smile on Antelope. “I thought you got what you needed the last time we met?”

“A few more questions, Father. Thank you for your time. I know it’s been a long day for you.”

“A sad day, most certainly. Stacey’s been laid to rest. Now the real grieving can begin for her poor family.”

“I’m sure the family appreciated you going down there to officiate.”

“I didn’t realize you were there. I spotted the sheriff, expected to see you. I don’t know how I missed you in such a small group.”

“I made it my business to stay out of sight.”

“Thinking the killer might show his face, were you?”

Antelope shrugged. “It happens.”

“Did he?”

“I’d be down at the station questioning him right now if he had.”

Bellamy sighed. “No luck for you today. Let’s hear those questions.”

Jeffrey knocked on the door before entering. Bellamy waved him in; he placed a pitcher and two glasses on the table, and then left them alone.

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