Chapter 33

“Well, then, try to keep your blood pressure down and relax, Hunter, or I’m kicking them out.” At that, the doctor left the room.

* * * *

It was much later by the time the FBI left and statements had been made.

“Baby, you need to get some sleep. You’ve just had surgery, and you’ve been worked up for most of the day. You heard the FBI. They’ve got some good leads, and they’re on it. There’s a manhunt out for Carol and Rowdy, and they’ll catch them.”

“I know you’re right. I am getting tired. I just want to be part of the sting is all,” Hunter said.

“And you will, but not if you don’t get your strength up. They’ve promised to keep you posted, and if anything changes or they find these fucks, they’ll tell you.” Van leaned down, suddenly feeling bone-tired.

“You’re my hero, you know that?” Hunter whispered. “I don’t know what I’d do without you. Will you come to my place with me? I have a nice apartment over one of the outbuildings on my parents’ ranch.”