Chapter 33“Oh crap!” Joe pounded Hazel's number into the phone and paced as he waited but got no answer. “Someone better find him.”
“Maybe she took him.”
“No, the doctor called Hazel as soon as he knew. Hazel was just as surprised.”
“Then let's hope she's out looking for him.”
“Yeah, sure.” He didn't sound that hopeful. Fortunately, all the drawers in Joe's desk were closed. Otherwise he'd have slammed a few. He paced in front of the view window and looked out. The bright sunlight streaming in accentuated his worry wrinkles. He looked tired.
Abi reminded him of a truth. “I don't think the authorities care at this point.”
“I know, I know. But a nurse reported seeing three slacky looking guys on the same floor of the hospital.”
“Oh, no. Dreggars, you think? Would they be so bold?” It
