Chapter 51

“But how do we explain the murder? I think we’d be opening a can of worms. That could come back on us,” the mayor continued.

“Let the Brazilians worry about it. We could say that someone from their country found out the trouble he was causing and took him out.” Nick seemed convinced about this. He looked over at Cam who gave him a sounds goodnod. “Have we found out who actually killed him?”

The mayor and councilman looked at each other. Both shrugged.

“Well, we have to go with something. That TV bitch is getting on my nerves,” the mayor stated flatly.

“This isn’t the way, Frank. We have to stay clear of the whole thing,” Bradford railed. “Didn’t I tell you this would cause trouble? I told you to let me handle it.”

“Well, you didn’t and he showed up at the banquet,” Frank shot back. “Everybody saw him there. He wouldn’t leave me alone!” Frank was on his feet. “Who gave the order to take him out?” he asked as he paced.

Nick and Bradford exchanged glances. Neither seemed to know.