Chapter 47Officer Makamai stared wide-eyed at Birdie. Finally he flinched. “Given that we may have found this guy's sister up on those cliffs, we'd better find out what's buried on his property.” He and Sara shared secretive glances. Birdie saw the expression between them and looked as if she felt left out of a conspiracy. Before she could comment, Officer Makamai called to Det. Lio and all headed through Maleko's gate again. Several officers joined them.
Ka'imi had dug quite a hole in the ground under the table. She worked hurriedly, making an occasional light whine.
“Ka'imi.” Birdie stooped down. “It's okay, girl, we're here.”
Ka'imi sat.
The size of hole underneath the table indicated that Ka'imi was not giving up on the attracting scent. It was not part of her training as a forensi
