by Terri Reed
“Not at the moment, but I’m going to need to talk with you again to determine if there is any connection between you and the previous victims. Also, we’ve got an APD officer here at the hospital who will escort you home.”
The implication was clear. Rex thought that she may still be in danger, and she couldn’t object because she needed to seem like a photographer. Not a CIA agent fully capable of defending herself. She already knew that Rex was a bit suspicious of her having a Glock. And chasing after the guy. But she felt it was better to be straightforward in her statement to him. She knew all too well about how lies could start to spiral out of control.
Lily thanked both men again, and they walked out of the room as the doctor came in. She wore wire-frame glasses and her blond hair was pulled back in a bun. “Ms. Parker, I’m Dr. Grady. How are you feeling today?”
“Ready to get out of here.”
“Good news about your ankle. Not even a sprain. Just might be a little sore but shouldn’t slow you down too much. I also conducted a thorough physical exam and was unable to detect any trauma. But how are you feeling emotionally? If you need to talk to anyone, we have a full staff of psychologists.”
No way was she doing that. “I’m fine, Doctor. Just anxious to be home.”
She smiled. “I understand that.” She paused. “Ms. Parker, one other thing. An envelope was delivered for you.” The doctor pulled the small envelope out of her jacket. “It might be best if you involve the police, given the circumstances. But I thought I’d talk to you about it first in case you were expecting something.”
She wasn’t. But she didn’t want to discuss this with the doctor. “Oh, yes, it’s probably from my friend who couldn’t get off work this morning.”
“Okay, then. It will just take the nurse a few minutes to process your discharge paperwork.”
“Thank you.”
Once the doctor left the room, she quickly opened the envelope. The words typed on the small card stared back at her.
Next time you’ll be mine.
Her heart dropped. Was the FBI agent right? Could she have been the serial killer’s latest target?
Copyright © 2016 by Rachel Dylan
ISBN-13: 9781488008344
Protect and Serve
Copyright © 2016 by Harlequin Books S.A.
Special thanks and acknowledgment are given to Terri Reed for her contribution to the Rookie K-9 Unit miniseries.
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