Undercurrents in Time by Pamela Schloesser Canepa

Author:Pamela Schloesser Canepa [Canepa, Pamela Schloesser]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2018-06-25T22:00:00+00:00

Chapter 12

Recoup

“Get the electrodes off her! Didn’t you notice something was going wrong?”

“Ease up, Phil. I’m pretty sure she did this on purpose. There was obviously something she didn’t want to tell us. We should have added a truth component in this test. I would think she was on the run from the law, except her identification match revealed nothing.”

“Well, it revealed that she had the prints of a dead woman.”

“Yes, you told me that. Misty, go get an aguafer, will you?”

“I’ve got her. Let’s get her into the lounge in the next room.”

Moments later, Tabitha found herself lying on a chaise lounge, with Wilkes fanning her. Mickler was nowhere to be seen. The assistant went out and came back with a cold cloth, placing it on Tabitha’s forehead.

“Well, I guess you’ll be okay. You really pulled the wool over the chief’s eyes,” Wilkes said, moving back.

“What are you saying?” She put her hand to her head, feeling dizzy. Immediately, she felt for the wrench key in her shirt pocket, relieved and finally able to put her thoughts on it. It remained there, solid and reassuring. She had been so tempted to reach for it during the memory download.

“Well, you put on quite a show. Misty, you can leave now. Thank you.” He turned back to face Tabitha. “Little mystery woman. You ought to be back in lock-up right now, protesting the food choices with potato lady.”

“Where’s Chief Mickler?”

“She’s gone. She’s got other things to do, you know, and she doesn’t feel that you present any danger. But this might make you feel better. We’ve scanned George Mahoney’s face, and every camera in town will be on alert if he appears.”

“Meaning what?”

“Meaning we’ll be alerted, and someone here at the station will be watching. Officers will be dispatched to wherever he is spotted.”

“I know that’s supposed to make me feel better. Please, believe me, this man is very dangerous.”

“Well, we’ll be aware, and someone will be watching.”

“Thanks for not locking me up,” she said.

“I don’t know, you look like you could use the sleep again.”

Tabitha responded with a weak smile. “I’ll be alright.” She ran her hands through her hair.

“You should go and get yourself something to eat. You really aren’t treating yourself too well, being a new mom and all. Mickler suggested we give you a shot, it would elevate your mood and ease the anxiety.”

She sat on the edge of her seat as if positioned to pounce. “No!”

“Don’t worry, we didn’t. I convinced her that I would speak with you and assess your state of mind. Bottom line, we don’t think you pose a danger to our city or our society. She has moved on to other commitments for the day. You are in my hands. I don’t intend to drug you without your consent.”

Tabitha looked at Wilkes through different eyes. Perhaps he was a decent guy after all. A little prone to impulsive acts of privilege, for his rare status did give him some privilege, didn’t it? He was like a spoiled little king.

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