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Minnows and WhalesJonah was cornered. He knew it. And a few seconds later, he was blocked on both sides: Wyatt was at the door, undoubtedly to investigate the sound made when he hit the floor.
Lockman now regarded Jonah with what looked like concern. It was evident in his expression, evenly mixed in with the contempt.
“Did we just see a withdrawal, Rowe?” he asked. “Or bad side effects?”
Jonah's eyes darted left and right. This must be what rats sinking in the water barrel felt like. “It—it wasn't what you think,” he said lamely.
Lockman instantly snapped his eyes to Wyatt.“What illicit substances cause such effects, Wyatt?”
“Barbiturates, sir,” said Faulk readily. “Also inhalants. I wouldn't rule out cannabis, either.”
“Cannabis is a plant that grows wild,” dismissed Jonah, win
