Page 12 of Missing Justice
Taylor put the phone away. “While the bones were found several miles from the abduction site, I have to warn you, it is possible those bones arenotFelicity’s. We’d like her dental records to confirm identity.”
“Of course, of course,” the man said, tears welling in his eyes. “Anything we can do to help. Ann can call Dr. Lock.”
“Not necessary,” Matt said. “I have them. And unlikesomeinvestigators, I’m happy to share.”
Taylor gave him a look that should have incinerated him.Yeah, sweetcheeks, I went there.
He held her stare, waiting for her to speak. To make a move. Tochallengehim.
But, surprise, surprise, the corner of her mouth quirked and she licked her bottom lip, a small, knowing movement that brought him back a few hours to that last time he’d buried himself inside her.
Damn the woman. She’d done that on purpose.
She turned her attention to Jarvis. “Senator, I’m sorry to ask this at such a delicate time, but as long as we’re here, I wonder if I could go over a few details about the case with you?”
Ann patted his knee. “I’ll get you a drink.” She hopped up and started for the door. “May I get you all something? Coffee, tea, water?”
Matt’s gut fired at Ann’s sudden need to leave, but maybe the woman simply didn’t like discussing Mrs. Jarvisnumero uno.
The FBI twins shook their heads in unison and Matt smiled at Ann. “Water would be nice. Thank you.”
Ann waved a hand, her large diamond sparkling in the soft overhead light. “No problem.”
“Senator,” Matt said, “as a former homicide detective, I would urge you not to say anything else until you contact a lawyer.”
Walt held his hands wide. “I have nothing to hide. You know that.”
That’s what they all said. Right before the cuffs got slapped on. “I know, sir, but trust me on this one. You need a lawyer.”
Walt’s mouth dipped into an uncharacteristic frown. As a popular senator that the Republican Party had earmarked for a presidential run, Walt squeezed every ounce of benefit from his good looks and flashing smile. The man, above all else, knew how to work a news cycle.
After considering Matt’s suggestion, he nodded. “All right. Agent Sinclair, Agent Sardana, I’ll be happy to speak with you after I consult with my attorney. Can I call you later today?”
“Sir,” Taylor said, “if I could just confirm a couple of things from your original statement, it would help tremendously in bringing a swift close to this case.”
Time to get rid of the Feds.
Matt finally stood, motioning to the door. “Agent Sinclair, Senator Jarvis has requested his attorney’s presence. Given the news you’ve just shared, you should respect his wishes.”
