The next morning found them back at the park, though not in the same area. Alex sat in the back of the truck as they drove to the south end this time. Steve had said they were changing locations to keep Rebecca’s father from being too comfortable. Alex didn’t really get that but she could understand that changing locations, even just to the opposite end of the large park, was a good idea. Less chance that he had people there first or could plan something.
This time, Matt parked the SUV on the side of the street, while everyone was making their way out of the vehicle she watched as he went to the back and opened the rear gate.
“Ever played tennis?” he said to Alex who still sat in the back, waiting her turn to get out.
“A little.” She frowned. “In high school. Why?”
“Because.” He picked
