CHAPTER 58
His ears were ringing.
That was the first thing Steadman became aware of. The second thing was that something beneath him was digging painfully into his thigh. He tried to move, and that’s when the third thing made itself known.
He was trapped.
Sirens wailed in the distance. Their distorted screaming woke the pain center in his brain and streaks of agony shot to his extremities. A strong odor of gasoline laced the air, nauseating him and making him wonder if the next thing on the agenda was an explosion. He swallowed hard and started praying.
“Chief!”
It was Frost’s voice and Steadman felt a surge of gratitude knowing his partner was right there.
“Chief, can you hear me?”
“I hear you, Frost. Can you get me out of here?”
“The ambulance is just arriving now, but it looks
