Grace’s emotions were blocking her ability to detect the presence or scent of the darkness.
She stayed by Paige’s bedside, holding her hand as she wept. She felt like she had let down Paige’s parents because she had failed at her one job and that was to take care of Paige.
The doctor left, giving them a moment alone.
*Meanwhile, the investigation of the scene*
“Do you have any leads on the case?”
“No not yet.”
“This case is looking like another dead end, no witnesses and no trace that anyone had even been driving the truck.”
“Maybe.... But I think if we just look hard enough there might just be some clue hidden right under your nose.”
“Officer Haynes and Gaskin, the Chief wants to speak with you.”
The two officers that had just been chatting, got up and reported to the Chief.
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