The Thing Is by Kathleen Gerard

Author:Kathleen Gerard
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Red Adept Publishing
Published: 2015-12-07T00:00:00+00:00

With Prozac led away, the officers and I proceeded to Mary Chirichella’s apartment. When she opened the door, she was bundled in a sweater. Worry and concern creased her face.

She led us to the big picture window that overlooked the Evergreen Gardens parking lot.

“Now Ms. Mancuso, can you tell us if the covered vehicle has been moved?” the corporal asked.

“I don’t know,” I said, staring outside. “I don’t remember which space the car was parked in. It might’ve been parked right where it is, or maybe it could’ve been in one of the spots on either side.”

“Were any other cars parked near the vehicle the other day?” the corporal asked.

“I can’t recall. It was a whole week ago.”

Exasperation filled Mary’s tone. “What do you mean you can’t recall? The two of us sat together in front of the window staring at Bessie for almost two hours.”

I moved closer to the glass, placing my hand upon the windowpane. I so wanted to validate Mary’s story, but all I could visualize was the gray tarp-like cover shrouding what looked like a boxy car. I turned and looked from Mary to the officers. “I honestly can’t remember, not for sure. I was concentrating more on our chat. I’m sorry, Mary.”

The two officers glanced at each other, indicating they didn’t put much credence in Mary’s accusation—especially since I’d been unable to corroborate her story.

“Keep an eye on things, Miss Chirichella. If you see anything else suspicious, call us again.” The corporal handed Mary a business card embossed with a police badge symbol.

Mary took the card then turned to me. Her eyes seemed ready to explode with tears.

“I’m sorry. I really am. I wish I could help,” I told Mary as the police escorted me from her apartment.

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