Chapter 65

“That was the FBI,” she replied. “They’ve located Chris—Christopher's Chris—and brought him in for questioning. It's quite funny how they even have the same name. They said he won’t answer anything. Now he has an attorney and is trying to make some sort of deal.” She took a deep breath. “He also is demanding to meet with me face-to-face.”

Instantly alert, Alaric resisted the urge to swear. “Damn Paul. He told me he'd handle it. Are they going to allow you to do that? The guy has been trying to kill you, after all. I’ll be honest, I’m not sure how I feel about that idea.”

"You knew,"

"Yes, Paul called me on my way back. I just wanted to check up on you first. I'm just not okay with you talking to someone who has been threatening you,"

“They assured me I’ll be safe.” She looked down at her phone as if she expected it to have the answer. When she lifted her chin again, he saw determination in her gaze. “I want to talk to him. He must be pretty desperate to have