In "The Emerald," follow the thrilling tale of Pagan, the infamous pirate whose actions divide the ton. Though he is hated by the wealthy for plundering their riches, he is beloved by the poor for the gifts he gives them. When the Marquess of Cainewood sets out to hunt down Pagan in revenge for his brother's death, he is drawn into a web of treachery that includes Jade, a red-haired beauty with jewel-green eyes who desperately seeks the Marquess' protection. As they fight to stay alive and outsmart their enemies, the two can't deny their growing desire for each other. But will their love be strong enough to survive the dangers that surround them?

Blur A San Antonio jury continues to deliberate in an attempt to reach a verdict in the trial of accused rapist Miles Underwood. A third note was passed to Superior Court Judge Roy Farmer yesterday afternoon indicating they were deadlocked on all charges. In a last ditch effort to avoid a costly mistrial, Judge Farmer instructed the seven women and five men on the panel to return to their deliberations and try to reach a consensus. "Underwood, a twenty-year veteran of the U.S. Army, is charged in the rape and manslaughter of teenager Virginia Rodriguez of New Braunfels. Underwood has maintained his innocence throughout the trial, claiming his only contact with the girl was to give her first aid when she collapsed at the home of mutual friends. What will become the faith of Mr Underwood? Will the court rule in his favour?.