– 36 –
Monty awakened from a nap and became aware of two men standing by his bed. They weren’t hospital staff. They wore street clothes. One was tall and trim. The other was short and stout.
“Are you from the police?” Monty asked.
“Yes. I’m Lieutenant Bloom,” said the tall one, “and my partner is Lieutenant Green.”
“We’re sorry to disturb you when you’re resting. How are you feeling?” Green asked.
“Thank you. If it weren’t for a broken leg, I’m right as rain. I’m glad you’re here. I have much to tell you.” Monty said.
“Routinely, we ask questions and you supply the answers.” Bloom smiled.
“Fine with me.”
They recorded the interview. When they finished, Monty asked, “Have you found Yves?”
“No, he hasn’t turned up,” Green said.
“And Madeline’s body?
“It hasn’t surfaced,” Bloom sai
