“That's not a problem, Burt. I don't know where she is, or even what she has to do with this case.” “Don't even speculate. Put her out of your mind, but she's to be protected at all costs.” “How am I supposed to get her out of my mind when you say things like that, Burt?” Koko said with a grim dirty smile. Campbell saw some of the horror was fading from Koko's face. With assurances of his quick return, Campbell signed off. Campbell quickly called Sen to tell him of his plan to go to New Detroit. Sen seemed quiet and pensive to him. Sen abruptly informed Campbell he was busy and signed off without a goodbye. I'll bet Stenwood's in Sen's office awaiting updates, Campbell thought. SixCampbell turned after flipping off his recorder to find Penelope standing in the kitchen doorway wearing

