Chapter 14

“You know me.”

“Yeah, I do. I also have a good idea what you’re thinking, and you may be right.”

“There’s a serial killer running loose in the city.”

Owen sighed. “We think so. Two of them, in fact.”

“Two men were involved in killing Waters?”

“Not according to the ME. Look, if you have some time today, and want to talk about this, I’m game. ButI’d rather not do it over the phone.”

Steve checked the appointment calendar on his computer. “I’m free after one.”

“Okay. Barring my catching a new case, I’ll come by around two.”

“I’ll see you then.”

After hanging up, Steve set to work on what was one of his least favorite chores—background checks for two regular clients.

* * * *

Coming into Steve’s office, Nanee said, “The good detective is here. And I don’t mean you, though you’re not all that bad.” She laughed when he rolled his eyes, then went to get Owen.

“So I’m the good one, huh?” Owen said, taking the client’s chair by Steve’s desk.