“He’s a cop now.” Kat set down her beer on the coffee table with shaking hands. “He’s a sheriff, actually, last I heard.”
“Who did you hear it from?” Dallas said. “Who gave you that information?”
She hesitated. “A – a woman. She works with him.”
“She’s a cop too?”
“No. No, she’s more of a clerk. She works at the police station, but she’s more administrative. Sends the cars out, takes care of reports, handles some HR and court stuff.”
“And she’s the one who told you that he’s still looking for you?” Dallas asked.
She jumped. “How did you know that?”
“Lucky guess, hon. I’ve been in the security business for a while now, and I know how to put the pieces together.”
“You have to promise me that you won’t do anything to put her at risk!” Kat’s voice rose, and they could practically see t
