Chapter 42“Graves!” Winston spoke first as Joe looked in horror at the g*n in the historian's hand.
“If you've hurt one hair on her head, Graves, I'll b****y kill you with my bare hands if I have to,” Cutler blurted out.
“Joe, no, you don't understand,” said Sally as both Cutler and Fortune assumed a defensive stance, ready to react to any threatening move from Graves.
“No, Joe, you don't” said Graves, releasing Sally's arm. Joe was surprised that Sally made no effort to move away from Graves. She remained by his side.
“What the hell's going on here?” asked a confused Winston. Sally's attitude was at odds with that of a kidnap victim. She was too calm.
“Please, Joe, let him explain,” Sally implored.
At that moment, the piercing sound of a police siren could be heard approaching from
