Come on, sweetheart. I’m letting you do this. Do it.” When she didn’t respond, he added, “Listen, I know it’s easier when they’re not fucking looking at you.”
Beckett turned and faced the wall.
“I don’t know who hired you, but can I ask you for something?” He talked at the wall.
Here comes the fast-talking, the mojo, the shout to his employees.
“Could you make sure Cole doesn’t take credit for his handiwork last night? And can you follow up on that Chris guy?” Beckett turned his head a bit, listening for her answer.
He still trusts me. He still trusts me with his brothers. I can’t do it.

Auteur: Debra Anastasia