streak of hope broke across her face. “So we might be able to prove he tried to run us down, but how will that get me off the hook for murder?”
“I dunno,” he said, grabbing his jacket. “But it’s got to help us show Bruce Reed for what he really is.”
“You can’t go over there Monday, Owen, if that’s what you’re thinking.”
“Sure I can. It’s a free country and I’d like to hear Candy Silverton explain to Larraby that she just called and threatened your life.”
“Everyone will be angry at your intrusion,” she said. “Larraby, Candy Silverton, Bruce Reed...”
“You know,” he said, smiling at her, “I just don’t really care.”
“Don’t get in trouble for me.”
“Ella, I’ve risked my life for people I will never meet. You, I’ve known since you were in grade school.” As he looked at those lush green eyes, his heart started beating to a faster tempo, the pulse thundering loud in his ears. He cleared his throat. “You’re my best friend’s sister and my family loves you. Why wouldn’t I take a risk for you?”
“Because I don’t want you to,” she said firmly. “Because this isn’t your battle.”
“Well, I’m making it my battle.”
“Why?”
“I just told you.”
“No. You could let the police handle it. Family friendship doesn’t go this far. Ray would understand.”
“No, he wouldn’t.”
She blew out a breath that ruffled her bangs. “You’ve nearly been run down. Isn’t that enough?”
He fought to keep his tone level. “Have we cleared your name yet? Have we gotten back everything you’ve lost? Your work? Your reputation? Your freedom?”
“No,” she said, voice breaking.
“Then I guess you have your answer.”
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