By Mistydawn
Rachel is sitting in her car, patiently waiting for the stores to open. Her friend's little bundle of joy made her grand appearance at six this morning. Being her godmother, Rachel wants to buy a special gift for the little doll.
It's such a beautiful spring morning. The sweet aroma of spring flowers drifts through the air when she rolls down her window. Little birds chirp happily all around her. I wish it could stay like this forever, she thinks, inhaling the delightful scent. Spring has always been her favorite time of year. It's when new life begins and the old is revived.
She's enjoying the beauty all around her when she hears a gunshot in the distance, Rachel looks over to find a tall, lanky man stumbling towards her car.
"Help me, please, help me," he begs, stumbling towards her. His meager body smacks the hood of her car and then slides to the ground. Jumping out of her vehicle, Rachel runs to the injured man. She sees he is face down on the cool, wet pavement. Blood is pooling all around him. She hears footsteps a few feet away. She looks up to find a large beefy figure running for the woods. The man below her moans again. She glances down to find the man gurgling in his own blood. I'll deal with the shooter later. She rolls the victim onto his side. Putting her nursing skills to work, she began a quick assessment. She sees that his pulse is weak, thread, and he's barely breathing. Carefully turning him on his back, she starts evaluating his wound.
"Can I help?" an elderly woman asks.
"Call 911," Rachel instructs. Darting to the back of her car she grabs the emergency kit from trunk.
"The ambulance is on the way," the lady says, handing her the phone.
"Good, grab the gauze out of the backpack and start handing it to me," Rachel instructs. The two are busy working on the victim when the ambulance pulls into the lot.
"The cavalry has arrived," the woman exclaims.
"Thank god," Rachel says, as she continues to put pressure on the wound. Within a few minutes, two paramedics run to their side.
"We'll take it from here," one of the EMT's informs her, grabbing equipment from underneath the gurney. Happy to be relieved of her duties, Rachel decides to clean up.
By Mistydawn
By Mistydawn
Summary
Rachel witnesses a murder, which puts a target on her back. She and her partners investigate but continue to run into dead ends.
Rachel pulls up to the Greco home a few minutes later. It was a beautiful refurbished two-story Victorian surrounded by acres of gorgeous lawn.
Lifestyles of the rich, right down to their fancy doorbell, she thinks as she listens to a beautiful melody chime through the house. Rachel starts to push the button again when the door flies open. She sees a flustered half-naked Latino woman in the doorway. Her face is flushed and her hair is a tangled mess. No wonder it took her so long to answer. Rachel smiles: eyeing the distraught young lady in front of her.
"May I help you?" the petite young woman breathlessly asks. She pulls her lacy robe around her.
"Yes, my name is Detective Webb and I'm with the Berryville Police Department. I need to ask you a few questions, please."
"I'm sorry, but Mr. Greco is retired for the evening and his wife is out of town," she answers in a thick-accented voice. She tries to shut the door; Rachel reaches up to stop it.
"I want to talk to you." The detective shifts her body; putting her full weight against the barrier.
"To me, no, sorry, I cannot help you," she nervously replies. She tries to close the door, Rachel shoves it back open. The heavy barrier crashes against the wall. The lady anxiously looks behind her.
"Where is Tito?" The detective raises her brow.
"He's gone; he and his mama left for Italy two weeks ago." The lady shifts her stance.
"Then why was he spotted in town this morning?"
"I...I don't know, I just work here." She peeks behind her again.
She's definitely on edge about something. "Is that it, Mr. Greco said he'd fire you if you tell me the truth?"
"That is the truth, Tito is gone; he left with his mama. Now please go away before you wake Mr. Greco." With one hard shove, she slams their door closed.
Aggravated, Rachel stomps back to her car. "Something is going on in that house and I'm going to figure out what it is." Slamming her car into gear, she pulls away from the curb.
*****
Rachel's been gone a long time. Joe glances at his watch. It's been nearly three hours. That could mean she's getting somewhere, he concludes. The longer he thinks about her lengthy absence, the more concerned he becomes. I could call her, make sure she's alright. He grabs his phone and quickly dials her number. Joe taps his fingers on his desk as he waits for his call to connect. "Come on, come on, answer, damn it." He hears a click on the line. "Hello, Rachel?" he asks, leaning towards his desk. "Damn voice mail." Tossing his phone aside, Joe runs his fingers through his thinning hair. His thoughts are going a mile a minute trying to come up with a reason as to why she'd be gone so long. Maybe her partners know something. Jumping out of his chair, he walks towards the detective's cubicle. "Have either of you spoken to Rachel?"
Jerry looks up from his computer. "Not since you sent her to the Greco's, why?"
"I'm worried about her." Joe peeks at his watch again. "You know how she always gets into sticky situations."
"She couldn't possibly get into trouble talking to their staff, could she?" Jeff watches the captain wring his hands.
"The last case we worked, she was held at gunpoint by our killer," Joe reminds them.
"True, but..." Jerry suddenly recalls all the other close encounters she's had through the years. "I'll check on her, just in case." He grabs his cell phone from his desk and dials her number.
"I've already tried that and it went straight to voicemail; something that rarely happens." Joe shifts his weight.
"Maybe she'll answer this time." Jerry lets his call go through. Her voicemail picks up at the end of the fifth ring. "I'll try and find her, boss." He pushes away from his desk.
"Call me when you locate her."
"I will, boss," Jerry says as he darts through the door.
*****
The facts continue to play in Rachel's mind as she heads back towards town. Tito must have left for Italy and then jetted back to the US. How could he when there's no record of him on a plane? He might have taken a private jet, or he could've used a different name. What if he had someone else use his name to make it look like he's out of the country when he's not? If that's true, then he has to be hiding somewhere, but where? Rachel slides around a sharp curve. The city needs to put in a few street lights back here; of course, this fog doesn't help a bit. She dims her lights, in hopes that will reduce the deflection from the thick mist. That's better, Rachel thinks as she slows down to a mere crawl. She notices bright lights pierce through the darkness when she looks in her rearview mirror. This sudden illumination decreases her visibility even more. "Dim your lights buddy." She starts to flip the tab on her mirror when she realizes the truck is picking up speed. "You better slow it down." She pumps her brakes, hoping the driver will spot her taillights through the heavy cloud. The truck closes in, smacking the edge of her bumper.
"What the hell are you doing?" Rachel grabs her steering wheel with both hands and speeds up. The truck bumps her again, harder than the last. "Knock it off, buddy." She pushes down on her gas pedal a little more. The truck hits the back end of her car. The impact forces her to veer right.
"Oh no, oh no, oh no." She tries to steer her car back on the road. The truck crashes into her vehicle; Rachel's Neon skids off the pavement.
***
Sliding his car into the parking lot Jerry storms into his boss's office. Startled by this sudden intrusion; the captain jumps back in his seat.
"I think Rachel is in trouble, boss," Jerry quickly blurts out as he darts across the room.
"Did you check...?"
"I've checked her apartment, her parents' home and everywhere else she might be. I've even called her a dozen times, had her parents try her number." Jerry breathlessly leans against Joe's desk.
"I'll get an APB out on her car." Joe starts to pick up his phone when Jeff runs into the room. "Captain, Sergeant, dispatch just called, they found Detective Webb's car at the bottom of Bluebird Mountain." Jeff anxiously glances back and forth between his two bosses.
"Is she alright?" Joe springs up from his seat.
"They're trying to get to her now, sir."
"I've got to get out there." Joe scoops his keys off his desk and runs out the door.
"I'll drive, boss," Jerry volunteers.
*****
Rachel slowly lifts her head off the steering wheel and groggily gazes around. She discovers smoke barreling from underneath the hood when she glances through her broken windshield. I need to get out of here. She quickly realizes that her legs are pinned between her dashboard and the seat. This is no time to panic. She takes a deep breath, hoping to calm her nerves. I need to find my phone. Rachel quickly discovers her cell on the passenger floorboard. She reaches for it; her fingertips hit her phone, scooting it further away. I can still do this. She stretches her arm out as far as it'll go, but her phone is still out of reach. I need to find something that'll knock it back my way. She scans her surroundings, but doesn't find a thing. What am I going to do? She hears a loud crackling sound coming from outside her car. She looks up to see flames shooting from under the hood. "Help me, please, someone help me," she screams.
Characters
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. The detectives continue to run into dead ends.
Jeanie is setting the table when she hears her youngest daughter Emma bounce into their apartment.Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. The detectives continue to run into dead ends.
The killer slowly creeps along the edge of the woods, towards his victim's house. The cool gentle breeze has a damp feel to it; a lingering reminder of the long, hard winter they've just endured. I hope it warms up soon. He throws his arms around himself and continues on. Dogs are barking frantically in the distance, a warning that a harmful intruder is nearby. The prowler is too busy planning his attack to pay them any mind.
I'm going to have a little fun with Mrs. Maroni before I send her to where she belongs. I'll have her begging for forgiveness for all of her sins before I'm through. Maybe then she'll know what it feels like to be weak and defenseless; the way my mama did. Threatening to deport her, knowing she'd be killed when she steps off the plane. His mother was under investigation for exporting drugs. The Maroni's smuggled her out of the country; claiming they're saving her life. Once safely in the new land, she discovers their charity is for personal gain; free labor for room and board.
The bitch deserves everything I'm going to give her too. She made my poor mama believe that her babies died at birth when they didn't. Then deported her the first chance they got. Well, tonight, I'm getting justice for my mama and everyone else this family has harmed through the years.
With a quick look around, he carefully slips around to the edge of the house. Taking a piece of paper from his pocket, he punches in a code. A few more minutes and the world will be rid of three Maroni's; old man Maroni will get his too when the time is right, he thinks as he cautiously slips through the door.
He creeps up the old wooden stairs, towards the children's room. The full moon is shining brightly through the window, making it easier for him to see. He watches his half-sister's chest lazily rise and fall as their snores softly drift through the air. Which one of these spoiled brats should I take care of first? He continues to observe the two girls sleeping peacefully in their beds. Luigi notices the oldest child stir. He secures his silencer in place and then squeezes off two shots into her heart.
"Marla?" the youngest girl asks. She notices a figure between them when she glances towards her sister's bed; the child screams. Luigi spins around and pumps two bullets into the little one's chest. Her pint-sized body collapses on the bed. Now I need to take care of your mama. Luigi hears footsteps coming down the hall; he steps into the shadows and waits.
"Marie honey, are you alright?" A silhouette steps inside the door. Luigi grabs her arm and jerks the woman towards him; their bodies collide with great force. Luigi places his large hand over her mouth; his gun pressed against her head. "Yell and you'll get what they did, understand?" She realizes her two daughters are dead when she looks towards their bed. He feels her tears roll across his hand when she nods. "Good, let's go." He starts to shove her towards the door when he notices shadows dancing along the darkened hallway. So much for that idea. He pulls the trigger. Mrs. Maroni collapses on the floor in front of him. Luigi runs to the window and throws it open. The alarm wails all around him as Luigi hoists his leg over the pane. This could be suicide, he thinks as he glances towards the ground. He looks back to see two rounded figures walk through the door. It's either prison or jump? He pushes off the window; his body plummets to the ground.
"Oh my God, they're dead; all three of them are dead." He hears a lady exclaim from the window above him. The gunman looks up to see red and blue lights fill the evening sky; sirens continue to howl all around him. I've got to get out of here. Pain surges through his body as he scoots across the trampoline; the cops are just blocks away. Gritting his teeth, Luigi lowers himself to the ground; His legs collapse underneath him. I can't go out like this, I just can't, he thinks, watching the cruisers head down the road.
***
Joe runs through the apartment to find Rachel being held at gunpoint by the killer; her revolver down by her feet. "Drop your weapon now," Joe orders.
Smiling, the gunman squeezes off a bullet; brain matter spews across the carpet.
Joe tries to pull his trigger, but the small piece wouldn't budge. The intruder turns towards the captain, he smiles, and fires again.
A high-pitched noise startles Joe awake. His eyes fly open as he breathlessly looks around. It was only a dream, he sighs, relieved by the discovery. Hearing the noise again, he searches for his phone.
***
Rachel is beside her bed with her gun pointed towards the window; her hands shaking in front of her. She's held perps at gunpoint before, but she's never been forced to shoot anyone. Hearing stories about the aftereffects, she wasn't sure she wanted to. I've been trained for this, she thinks. Rachel takes a deep breath in hopes that it will calm her nerves. She hears the noise again. She cocks her weapon as she takes a stance. There's tapping on her glass again. Rachel nervously shifts her weight. I could aim for his kneecaps, maim, but don't kill. Rachel takes another deep breath as she waits for the window to open. The noise completely stops. He didn't see my shadow, did he? How could he through my blinds? Maybe he chickened out, or maybe an undercover found him. She starts to lower her weapon when another thought occurs to her. He could be waiting for me to go to bed. She raises her gun again. With her eyes on her window, she makes her way across the room. Reaching behind her, she flips the switch; the room goes completely black. That should do it. She walks towards her window again.
***
I shouldn't have parked so far away, the gunman thinks. He hobbles a few more feet to his car. His entire body throbs violently with every little movement as he continues towards safety. I'm glad I hit the trampoline; otherwise, I may not have walked out of there at all. He opens his door and painfully slides into the seat.
It may not have gone the way I'd hoped, but at least I know the Maroni's will never hurt anyone again. Well, they won't when I take care of one more piece of business, daddy himself. Think I'll let him grieve for a while before I take care of him. It's the least I can do after everything he put my mama through. He starts to put his key in the ignition when he realizes a cop is headed his way. He anxiously lies across his seat and waits. His body trembles as the sirens continue to get closer.
They should pass me soon. Lying motionless in his vehicle, he anxiously watches three sets of police lights whiz by. Just a little longer. The sirens slowly weaken to a dull roar. That was too close. He lets out a sigh of relief. Luigi starts to sit up when he hears tapping on his window. Just when I thought I was safe.
***
Joe rubs his eyes as he waits for his caller to respond.
"Three people were killed at the Maroni's, sir." Jeff blurts into the phone.
Joe jumps out of bed. "Did you say dead?"
"Yes, sir, I've sent the address to your phone."
"I want you and Jerry to head to the scene. I'll pick up Rachel and meet you there." He starts to dial her number when his nightmare replays in his mind. It's just a stupid dream, besides, the gunman is probably long gone by now, he concludes. He punches in a few numbers when he stops again. Maybe I should let the guys handle this one, just in case.
Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. The detectives continue to run into dead ends.
The Detectives notice Kirk running to their car when they pull up to the scene. "This is what we know so far, sir," he begins as they climb out of their vehicle. "There are three victims. The two little girls were shot in their beds and their mother in the girl's bedroom doorway. The housekeeper said she heard the youngest child scream, so she ran in to check on her and that's when she discovered the three of them dead."
"Did the maid see who did it?" Jerry asks as he closes the door.
"She told me she saw a guy with long hair and a striped jacket jump out of the window when she stepped into the room."
"So the gunman is dead?" Jerry starts to cross the lawn, Kirk sprints to keep up.
"I wish it was that simple, sir. The trampoline broke his fall which helped him escape."
Jerry turns towards his detective. "Jeff, check the hospitals for anyone with broken bones, or internal bleeding. Then narrow that down using the description."
"Yes, sir." Jeff walks away.
Jerry pivots towards the forensic tech. "Where's Joe?"
"He hasn't arrived yet, sir."
"If you see him before I do, tell him I'm in the house."
"Yes, sir." Kirk heads back across the yard.
***
Rachel has been waiting for her intruder to enter for so long that her muscles are starting to ache. She shakes out one arm and then the other hoping to relieve the pain. I'd like to get this over with so I can get some sleep. She glances at the clock on her bedside table. It' s been over an hour since I've heard anything. She waits a while longer then looks at her alarm again. I'm done with this game. Taking a deep breath for courage, she grabs the lift cord and pulls it up. She expects to see a face staring back at her, but she sees a little homing pigeon instead. I went through an hour of hell because of a stupid bird. She laughs as she lets the blinds fall into place. Her phone rings beside her, she jumps. "I'm this spooked over a stinking bird." She laughs again. "Hello? Three people are dead? I'll meet you out front, Captain. Wear my vest? But... OK, OK, I'm putting it on now," she sighs, glancing towards the cumbersome object.
***
Luigi is lying across the seat when he hears a tap on the driver side window. I have two choices; I can either give up or outrun them, he anxiously concludes. He hears the noise again.
"Can you spare some change, mister?" A gruff voice asks. He turns to see a large, bearded man beside him. Luigi can tell by his unkempt appearance and layers of filthy clothes that he's one of the many homeless.
The man's overwhelming stench floats through the air when he shuffles around. "My kids haven't eaten in almost two days and they're really hungry." The intruder points to a park bench nearby.
"Get a job like the rest of us." Luigi starts his car.
Anger boils inside the bum. Clinching his fist, he hisses through rotten, gritted teeth. "Let me tell you something, mister, I had a good job, a nice home and a fancy car. Then the economy tanked and we lost it all.
"Tell your story to someone who gives a rat's ass because you're not getting a penny from me." Luigi reaches for the gearshift.
The transient looks towards his frail little girls crying in their mama's arms. He's giving me money one way or another. He reaches inside the car and grabs Luigi's hair. With one hard jerk, the bum slams his head against the partially opened window. "Give me some money, now."
Luigi grabs his cold, bony fingers and tries to pry them loose. He feels his hair being ripped out of his skull as he forces the foul-smelling extremity open. "I said get the hell out of here," Luigi warns, reaching for his pocket.
Furious, the bum shoves his other hand through the window and grabs more hair. "Give me some money, now." The bum pounds Luigi's head against the window over and over again.
Luigi tries to free his gun from the material. The transient slams his head against the glass again. Luigi holds his weapon just above his shoulder and pulls the trigger.
****
Joe and Rachel gulp down their strong coffee as they head to the crime scene. They hope the strong liquid will give them the boost they so desperately need.
Hearing something in the distance, Rachel straightens up in her seat. "Did you hear that?"
"It sounded like gunfire." Joe pushes the pedal to the floor.
"Over there." She points to a body on the side of the road. Skidding to a stop, they run towards the victim. Rachel begins a quick assessment while Joe looks for witnesses. Noticing three figures on a park bench nearby, he runs to them.
"He killed him, he killed him," the lady cries as she pulls her two daughters against her.
"Who killed him?" Joe asks.
"This...this gunman, he shot my husband and then sped away."
"What kind of car is he driving?"
"It's an old black Mustang." Joe runs over to his partner. "Get their statement." He darts towards his car. Rachel sees a haggard looking women on the bench dressed in layers of worn rags. Her face is filthy and her hair a matted mess. You could tell they were mere skin and bones underneath their blanket of clothes. Rachel pictures her family in that same spot not long ago. The trio became homeless after Jeanie lost her job. It'd be nice if I could help them the way others have helped me. I'll take their statement and then see what I can do, she concludes. She stops in front of the grieving family. "I know this is going to be difficult for you, but I need you to start at the beginning and tell me what happened tonight."
"My husband, Arnold went over to this man's car and asked for some money. The guy shot him and then drove away. I tried to save Arnold, I really did, but he was already gone," she sobs.
"Can you describe the gunman?" Rachel takes a notebook out of her pocket.
"He's tall, around six three I'd guess. He has long dark hair pulled back in a ponytail. He's wearing a striped jacket and faded jeans. Why did he have to kill my husband, why? All we wanted to do is feed our girls," she bawls.
The detective glances up from her notebook; a puzzled look on her face. "You said he has long dark hair and wore a striped jacket?"
"Yes, why?" She wipes tears from her face.
"The man you described is a suspect in another murder investigation."
"Do you know who he is?" The woman asks, hopefully.
"Not yet, but we're going to find out."
The lady jumps when she notices someone rushing towards them. Grabbing her gun, Rachel spins around. Realizing it's one of her coworkers, she laughs. "You just about got yourself shot, Kirk."
"Guess I should know better than to sneak up like that." He nervously laughs, watching her put her gun away. "Joe called, said that there's been a shooting and that I need to grab Jeff and get over here right away."
She sees Jeff walking towards them. "The captain has been overly concerned about my safety since the accident." Rachel rolls her eyes as she points to her vest.
"I don't blame..." Noticing her glare Kirk quickly changes the subject. "Where's the victim?"
"He's over there." She points to the side of the road. Nodding, Kirk heads towards the body. "If there's any evidence he'll be the one to find it," Rachel informs the grieving widow.
"I think you need to see this, Detective," Kirk yells.
"I'll be right back." Rachel rushes towards Kirk and Jeff.
"What is it?" she asks, squatting down beside him.
"I found a gun shell casing. By the looks of it, I'd say it came from a 38. I'll see if it matches the ones from the other crime scenes when I get it to the lab. There's also this." He pries the guy's fingers open and removes a clump of long black hair. "I should be able to get DNA from them."
"How much do you want to bet that it comes back as Tito's?"
"I wouldn't doubt it. Was she any help?" Jeff glances towards the family.
"Her details match the guy I saw yesterday."
"That's the same description the maid gave us at the Maroni's."
"So, the Maronis must be the target, and this bloke got in the way," Jeff concludes.
Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. All the evidence points to someone who couldn't have committed the crime, leaving the detectives baffled. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and is trying to escape the law.
Joe speeds down the highway, lights, and sirens blaring. I know he has to be around here somewhere, he thinks as he quickly surveys the peaceful town. Berryville is a small community; a place where everyone knows each other and where ruthless crimes are seldom heard of. As an officer of the law, Joe hopes he can keep it that way.Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. All the evidence points to someone who couldn't have committed the crime, leaving the detectives baffled. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and is trying to escape the law.
With a warrant in hand, Joe quickly assembles a team. I hope this goes smoothly. He anxiously glances around at all the faces waiting for his command. I don't have anything to worry about with this group. He smiles proudly as he continues to scan the crowd. "Ok gang, we have a warrant, so let's suit up." Joe sees Jeff grab a vest. He starts to say something but stops. I'm sure he's learned his lesson by now, besides, he has every right to be there. After all, it's his hard work that's got us this far. What if Mr. Greco tries to rehash old business, or his attorneys claim he planted evidence for revenge. That could put everything we find into question and without solid evidence, he'll walk again. Joe has tried to take the Greco's down several times now, but no matter what he does, the charges never seem to stick. This could be our final shot and I don't want to take any chances. Joe tries to figure out a way to break the news as he walks towards the detective.Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. All the evidence points to someone who couldn't have committed the crime, leaving the detectives baffled. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and is trying to escape the law.
~~~ indicates you're going back in time ~~~ again conveys the present day
Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. All the evidence points to someone who couldn't have committed the crime, leaving the detectives baffled. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and is trying to escape the law.
Jeanie sees the coffee maker is on with half a pot simmering in the canister when she shuffles into their kitchen.
Joe must've called Rachel in early. She grabs a mug from the cabinet and pours herself a steamy cup. Jeanie starts to sit down at the table when her phone rings. "Hello?" she answers, putting it on speaker, she lays the cell beside her.
"Mom, it's Rachel, I need you to pick me up from the hospital."
"Are you alright, honey?" Jeanie jumps up from her chair, knocking her cup over. She scoops up her cell as hot liquid rolls off the edge.
"I'm fine mom, I just fell is all. The boss panicked, sent me to the hospital to get checked out." Rachel decided not to mention the impact from the bullet made her fall or that she was knocked unconscious because she knew Jeanie would throw a major fit; worse than the one she's already going to have.
"This is the second time you've been injured in a matter of days." She grabs a dishtowel and starts sopping up the mess.
"I know, I know, but...."
"I wish you'd go back to nursing. You'd be a whole lot safer if you did."
"Not really, Mom; addicts rob hospitals all the time, besides, I like my job."
"Your father and I would rather you work at the hospital than chase hoodlums all hours of the night." Carrying the soaked towel across the room, Jeanie throws it into the sink.
"You spoke to dad about this?"
"Max and your stepmom Bonnie, they both agree."
"They're worried about my safety when he's the prosecutor and she's his legal assistant?"
"Their jobs aren't half as dangerous as yours, Rachel."
Rachel remembers the threats her dad received. That's what you think. "Will you please pick me up?"
"I'm on my way." Jeanie plops down in her chair and begins to cry. "Please God, please don't take her away from me, not now, not again," she bawls.
Finding her mom sobbing at the table Emma races to her side. "What's wrong, Mama?"
Jeanie looks up at the concerned young woman. "Rachel is in the hospital."
"Oh my God, is she alright?" She gasps.
"She said she's fine."
Emma squats down beside her, a baffled look on her face. "Why are you crying, Mama?"
"I'm afraid something bad is going to happen to her," she blubbers.
"She's a strong woman, she'll be alright."
Jeanie wipes the tears from her face. "I hope you're right, Emma. I love you both so much; I don't know what I'd do if I Iose either of you."
"We love you too." She wraps her arms around her mother.
*****
Seeing the Captain by his car Jerry runs to his side.
"The dogs aren't finding his scent anywhere, boss."
"Did you try using different things, an old T-shirt, shoes, socks?"
"Yes, and the canines keep stopping in the driveway."
"Maybe he shot them and then drove away," Jeff suggests.
"We purposely blocked in the three cars when we pulled up to their house, see." He points across the yard.
"Maybe he was picked up, sir?"
"Surely, someone would've heard a car pull in the drive. Are the men still searching the woods?"
"Yes, but they're not having any luck either." Jerry looks toward the forest.
"You guys keep looking, I'll go to the station, see if Mr. Greco will tell us where he's at." He starts towards his car.
"Good luck, boss. Hey, did you hear anything about Rachel?"
Joe turns back around. "She just has a small cut on the back of her head."
"Two blows to the head and she comes out of it practically unscathed; she's one lucky lady." He laughs.
"Like I said before, Jerry, she has a very thick skull."
*****
"Thanks for picking me up, mom," Rachel says as she climbs in the car.
"I really wish you'd reconsider being a nurse again. You made good money, the hours are better and you're not injured on the job." Jennie pulls away from the curb.
"I really don't feel like discussing this, now." Rachel leans against the leather interior rubbing her throbbing head.
"We'll talk about this again, real soon. I mean sit down and really discuss it." Looking over, she sees her daughter yawn. "When you're more alert."
"I wasn't injured, mom." She yawns again.
"This time, but what about the next or the one after that?"
"I'm too tired to argue."
"I'm not trying to argue with you, I'm just worried about your safety." Rachel turns towards the window. "I'm only saying this because I love you and I don't want anything bad to happen to you."
Seeing Jeanie wipe a tear from her cheek, Rachel's anger quickly fades. "I know you do mom and I love you too." Rachel thinks about what her mother said as she gazes out the window. She knows police work is dangerous, but it feels so good to be able to get the scum off the streets. She figures it's her way of giving back to the community; make sure other children don't have to go through a horrible childhood the way she and Emma did.
******
We didn't find anything helpful in there, Jerry thinks as he steps out of the house. He sees his partner headed towards him when he walks across the lawn.
"We've searched everywhere, Sergeant and we still can't find him."
"Did the canine's ever pick up his scent?"
"Only as far as their driveway."
"They didn't find anything in the woods?"
"No, sir, and we've tried all of the dogs and several different personal items."
"You're sure they've searched everywhere, right?"
"At least twice, sir."
"Let me call Joe, see if he wants us to continue." Jerry pulls out his cell and quickly dials a number. He puts it on speaker so Jeff can hear.
"We've searched everywhere, boss, and he's nowhere to be found."
"The dogs didn't pick up his scent?"
"Nothing past the driveway and the officers have tried every one of the canines and several pieces of clothes."
"I want you and Jeff to talk to the staff, see if they'll tell you where he might be."
"Do you want me to send the search team home?"
"No, have the crew sit tight until I talk to our suspect."
"Will do, boss."
*****
Luigi is sitting in the truck stop just across the state line. He figures he'd be safe for a while since the cops are still searching the house. Those idiots will probably be out there the rest of the day. I just wish they didn't have to drag Bruno into all of this; at least I know he'll be out before lunch. Seeing a cop cruise by, Luigi anxiously shifts around. I wish Leo would get here. Luigi glances at his phone. What's taking him so long? A frightening thought suddenly occurs to him. What if the cops are questioning him about the hit and run? He sees a second cop pull into the drive when he glances out the window. He wouldn't spill his guts to save his own ass, would he? He pictures the scene in his mind. He'd deny everything of course. After all, Leo is a professional with a spotless reputation and I'm sure he wouldn't do anything to jeopardize that. Maybe I should call and find out what's keeping him. He nervously watches the second cruiser drive by. He starts to dial a number when he sees Leo pull up on a bike. It's about damn time. Luigi slams his phone on the table.
"Sorry it took me so long," Leo says as he slides into the booth.
"What's up with the bike, Leo?"
"My truck is in the shop. I had to remove a few dents after I ran that cop off the road. Speaking of which; I saw her leave the hospital with her mama."
"There's no way that bitch is still alive."
Leo scrolls through his phone. "See for yourself." He hands Luigi his cell.
Taking it from him, Luigi glances at the screen. "That's impossible."
"I overheard an EMT say her vest saved her."
Furious, Luigi clinches his fists. "Yeah, well, I'm going to make sure that bitch dies this time; a slow, painful death," he says through gritted teeth.
Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seemslike her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. All the evidence points to someone who couldn't have committed the crime, leaving the detectives baffled. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and tries to kill Rachel. Finding out he didn't succeed he plans to try again.
Joe walks into the interrogation room angrier than he's ever been in his life. No one kills in my city and gets away with it. Stomping towards the suspect, Joe glares into his eyes.Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
Nick Johnson, new Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. All the evidence points to someone who couldn't have committed the crime, leaving the detectives baffled. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and tries to kill Rachel. Finding out he didn't succeed he plans to try again.
Joe sees a crowd gathering around the scene when he pulls up to Rachel's building. He then notices the beat cops struggling to keep everyone behind the tape. I don't miss that at all, Joe thinks. He spots Rachel hovering over a body in the middle of the street when he glances around. Jumping out of the car, he races to her side.Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seemslike her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
Nick Johnson, new Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. All the evidence points to someone who couldn't have committed the crime, leaving the detectives baffled. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and tries to kill Rachel. Finding out he didn't succeed he plans to try again.
Luigi nervously walks down the long, dark hall towards Bruno's office. He was saying his final farewells to their staff when he was told that Bruno requested to see him. Luigi figures this meeting has to do with this morning's event and he wasn't sure how he was going to explain it.
Luigi sees Bruno behind his desk when he steps up to the door. Losing his courage, he quickly turns away. Bruno's thunderous voice stops him in his tracks.
"Come in, and sit down." The lad hesitantly does as he's told. Bruno waits until Luigi settles in before he begins. "The police were here this morning, searching for your brother."
"They're still looking for him? I thought they would've moved on by now." Feeling Bruno's stare blaze right through him, Luigi nervously shifts in his seat.
"Joe claims they found Tito's DNA at several crime scenes."
"That's impossible; Tito's been in Italy for nearly a month."
"The captain showed me footage of a guy identical to your brother leaving one of the murders; I was able to prove Tito isn't their guy." Taking a deep breath he pushes on. "Since he's out of the country, the only other explanation is that it was you." Luigi glances towards the floor, confirming Bruno's suspicions. "Why did you do it for, son? Why did you kill five people in cold blood?"
"It's a personal matter; one that couldn't be handled any other way."
"I might've believed that if it was just Maroni and his wife, but you killed their children too."
"They would've turned out just like their parents if I hadn't stopped them."
"What did the Maroni's do to make you despise them so?"
"They did a lot, dad; not just to me, but to their staff and all their associates."
Bruno leans in closer. "Like what, son?"
Luigi glances up at the man's pleading eyes. He didn't want to tell him because it'll only break his heart if he finds out the truth. He doesn't want to hurt the only man who's ever loved him.
"Please tell me, son."
Feeling like his heart is being ripped from his chest, Luigi tearfully turns away. "It doesn't matter anymore, now does it?" He wipes moisture from his cheek.
"It matters to me."
A plethora of emotions surges through his body; Luigi springs up from his seat. "I killed the Maroni's for what they did; what they've been doing for years, and to make sure that it'll never happen again. So just leave it at that, alright."
Slamming his fist on the desk, Bruno lunges out of his seat. His chair clanks against the hard wood floor as he leans across his desk. "How dare you use that tone with me," he hisses, glaring into the young lad's eyes.
"Stop asking me to explain and I won't." Turning on his heels, Luigi storms down the hall.
*****
Jerry finds one black van listed in the city when he searches the DMV databank. He then discovers it was totaled during a big snowstorm last winter. Deciding to expand his search, he quickly reenters the information. He's in the middle of his task when his phone rings. Jerry puts it on speaker so he can finish.
"I know who the killer is, Jerry." The caller excitedly replies.
"Who is it, Rachel?" Jerry scoops the phone off his desk.
"Luigi Greco, who is actually Luigi Maroni."
"That's impossible, the Maroni twins died at birth, remember?"
"The records show they died, but I spoke with a colleague who remembers the day they were born. She said Mr. Maroni and his maid's twin boys were healthy. It was Luigi and Gallo Greco, who were stillborn."
Jerry recalls a search he conducted in the very beginning. How it showed that only one child from the two sets of twins survived. "Is she sure both of the boys lived? Wait a minute, did you just say Maroni's and his maid's boys?" Jerry asks, completely baffled.
"Yes, she said Mr. Maroni paid to have the doctors switch them so he wouldn't have to support illegitimate sons. He then told his maid he's glad their babies died because he didn't want a half-breed ruining his family name. My friend said that he upset Maria so much that she had to call security and have him escorted off the premises; that's why she remembers it so well."
"Let me look up something. I love how you're resting by the way."
"I'm resting; I'm in bed watching TV, talking on the phone." She laughs.
"Vital Statistics show Luigi Greco died. Let me try the DMV records. Hmm, I didn't know a dead man could drive."
"Luigi has a driver's license?"
"Yep, I sent you a copy of his license; tell me if that's the guy you saw."
"Hang on a minute." Rachel checks her messages. "That's him alright."
"Since the two are identical twins, their DNA would match."
"So I was right all along that it is Tito's twin." Laughing she continues. "Wait until I rub this in Joe's face."
"I hope I'm there to see it," Jerry laughs.
"I'll make sure you get front row seats. Keep me posted, ok and Jerr, please stay safe."
"You do the same." Hanging up, he quickly dials Joe's cell.
"Hey Joe, Rachel figured out who the gunman is."
*****
Luigi softly knocks on the office door. He knows he should apologize for the way he acted this morning. He just hopes Bruno will accept it and leave it at that.
Hearing the light tap, Bruno glances up. Luigi sees his puffy red eyes when he looks towards him. I broke his heart anyhow, he thinks, dolefully stepping into the room. "I wanted to apologize for disrespecting you, sir, and I promise it'll never happen again." Luigi lowers his head.
"Come in, and sit down." Bruno motions to a chair. Luigi hesitantly does as he's told. "I know why you killed them, son."
"Luigi glances up with a shocked look on his face. "You do?"
"Maroni denied you and Tito as his own, didn't he?"
"How did you find out?"
"Joe told me you're not my son at the station-house this morning. I didn't believe him at first; I figured it was a trick, a way to upset me so I'd tell them where Tito is hiding. The more I thought about it the more I realized he might be telling the truth; you two don't look anything like me. So I had my own test done. That's when I discovered that you're not my biological son." Sniffling, he continues, "Why didn't you come to me with this? I could've helped you get what's rightfully yours."
"It's not about the money, dad, it's about righting a wrong."
"Go on." Leaning forward, Bruno places his arms on the desk.
"See, after Tito and I were born, he paid the doctor to switch the infants, Mom's live babies for two that were stillborn; claiming they ran into medical complications in the nursery. The day she was released from the hospital, the Maroni's shipped her back to the old country, knowing she'd be killed the moment she stepped off the plane."
"That's revolting," Bruno exclaims.
"She's not the only maid he's done this to; there are at least two before her and two or three after her. So that's why I decided the family should pay for what they did to her, to you, to all of us." He waves his hand through the air.
"So you killed the Maroni's to avenge your mother's death?"
"That and for the money. Then I realized that if I killed them for those reasons, I'm no better than my father, and I sure don't want to end up like him. That's why I decided to change his will so that his entire estate will be split between several reputable charities."
"How did you manage that?"
"It was quite simple, really." Smiling, he continues. "I figure some good should come out of the Maroni's blood money and who's more deserving than hospitals and research centers, right?"
"Your humanitarianism makes me very proud." He wipes a tear from his cheek.
"Thank you, sir."
"You realize it's only a matter of time before the police figure out who did it."
"No, they won't. According to vital statistics, I died at birth. Since Tito is no longer a suspect we have nothing to worry about."
"It's not that simple, son. You forgot about your social security number, driver's license, and passport."
"Once the cops find out that I'm dead they won't bother to look any further."
"Maybe, but I'd rather not take any chances."
"What do you suggest I do?"
"What we'll do," he corrects. Grabbing his hand, he continues, "You're still my son, no matter what the DNA tests say."
Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
Nick Johnson, new Detective.
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and tries to kill Rachel. Finding out he didn't succeed he plans to try again. This final attempt leads the police to him.
While the captain reviews the police reports from their last crime scene, Jerry decides to do a little research on their perpetrator. He soon discovers Luigi requested a passport fifteen years ago and that he's been making frequent trips to Italy since. So, his birth certificate had to show he's alive at some point, otherwise, he wouldn't be able to get a driver's license or a passport. I'm going to call vital statistics, see if they can tell me anything.
After twenty minutes and several prerecorded messages later, the frustrated Sergeant finally reaches a human. "Yes, this is Sergeant Rudder, I'm from the Berryville Police Department. I need you to check on a birth certificate for me."
"I'll transfer you to vital statistics, just a moment please."
"Wait, don't put me on hold again."
"That's the only way I can transfer you, sir."
"The last time you guys put me on hold I was disconnected," he anxiously blurts into his phone.
"I'm sorry that you're having trouble with our phone system. I'll tell you what, leave your name and number so someone can return your call if you get disconnected."
"My name is Jerry Rudder and I work at the Berryville Police Department. The number is 501 423 2000."
"Thank you, sir, I'll connect you now." Another lady answers the phone a few minutes later. "Vital statistics, how may I help you?"
"My name is Jerry Rudder and I work for the Berryville Police Department."
"How may I help you, sir?"
"I need for you to check on a birth certificate for me."
"What's the name?"
"Luigi Greco."
"Just a moment, please. According to our records, he died at birth. Hmm, that's strange."
"What is it?" Jerry questions, pressing his phone to his ear.
"I'm not sure. Let me get my supervisor to take a look and then I'll call you back."
"Let me give you my number?"
"The operator already has."
"Call me when you find out what's going on." He sees Joe walking towards his desk when he hangs up the phone. "I wanted to let you know that everything is taken care of, boss. I have the local police departments and the sheriff's office searching for him, public transportation is aware and there are roadblocks at every major street that leads out of the city. I figure his father will probably help him escape, so I've got someone monitoring his bank account and I've also put a trace on their home phone and on both of their cells."
"Sounds like you have it covered, Jerr."
"We're not going to try their house again, sir?" Jeff questions.
"I doubt he'll be there after this morning's raid."
"True, but we might find something that'll lead us to him."
"It's worth a try I suppose, get everyone ready."
"Yes, Captain." Jeff pushes away from his desk.
"I may have to sit this one out if you don't mind, boss."
"Why, Jerr?"
"I'm waiting for a call from vital statistics. They found something suspicious when they looked up his birth certificate for me. They're supposed to call me back when they figure out what's going on."
Jerry glances at the ringing phone. "Maybe that's them now." He reaches across his cluttered desk. I really need to file some of this crap, he thinks, watching papers scatter across the floor. "Berryville Police Department, Jerry speaking. When did this happen? Thank you for checking into this for me. Yes, I understand, I think everyone has increased their security since the 9/11 attacks." Hanging up, he turns towards the captain. "It seems like someone tampered with his birth record about a month ago. The lady said their system caught the discrepancy and red-flagged it for further review. She said that she had to make sure I am who I say I am before she could give out that information."
"How much do you want to bet he's the one who changed it? Let's head to the house, see what we can find."
*****
It's only been a few hours since she was ordered to bed, but Rachel is already tired of being cooped up in the house. Since Bonnie and Jeanie are guarding the downstairs, she figures the only way out is to sneak through her window. I don't know how many times I climbed in and out of this thing when I was younger. She laughs. Rachel realizes it's further down than she thought when she glances towards the ground. I hope I can still remember how I did this. She anxiously surveys the large tree branches in front of her. Rachel starts to push the window open when Bonnie walks into her room. "I've always loved this view," Rachel states, nervously walking to her bed.
"I wanted to check on you, make sure you're alright."
"I'm a little tired, but feel fine other than that." Rachel pretends to yawn. "I was thinking about taking a nap." Rachel yawns again as she stretches across her bed.
"That's a wonderful idea." Bonnie pulls the covers over her and quickly tucks them in. "Let me know if you need anything."
"I will, and Bonnie, thanks for staying with me."
"It's my pleasure, sweet dreams, honey." Bonnie walks out of the room closing the door behind her.
Hearing her step-mother's footsteps fade down the hallway, Rachel throws the window open. Here goes nothing. She hoists her leg across the pane.
***
Once half the team is assembled around the home, Joe, Jerry and the remaining team head to the front door. "Remember to follow protocol," Joe says, as he bangs on the old wooden barrier. No one answers. He bangs again, harder this time, but there's still no response. "Guess we'll have to break it down."
"Why don't we just walk in, boss?" Jerry asks turning the handle.
"Smart ass," Joe mumbles as he steps through the door. Chuckling, Jerry walks in behind him. Once the team is inside, they cautiously spread out. Joe and Jerry take the long, narrow hallway in front of them. Reaching the first room they peak inside, but find it's completely empty. They do the same with the remaining rooms, only to find them unoccupied as well.
"The house is clear, sir, Jeff says as he approaches them.
"They must have left in a hurry, boss." Jerry points towards the belongings scattered across the hardwood floor.
"I figured as much."
"What do you want us to do now, sir?"
"Start looking for clues as to where he might go."
*****
Both father and son are sitting quietly in the back seat of their friend's limo. Bruno figures the police are watching every car the family owns. So he borrows his friend's vehicle to ensure they'll have an uneventful trip. We wouldn't have to do this if our escape tunnel didn't collapse from the heavy rain. He glances over at his son. I'm just glad he managed to get out of there before it came down. Removing a disposable phone from his shopping bag, Bruno makes a call.
He's been in the business long enough to know the police often uses cell phone signals to find a criminals location. So he purposely left his and Luigi's old cell underneath the cab seat this morning, he then purchased two untraceable disposable phones as their replacement. For extra insurance, he had a jammer installed; so if the police figures out their new numbers they still won't be able to track them. "Yes, you're right. Thank you for letting me know." Putting the cell in his pocket, he turns towards Luigi. "Well son, it doesn't look like we'll be going to Italy anytime soon."
"Why is that?"
"The police have warned all the airports that you may flee."
"Ah, Mr. Greco, sir, there are roadblocks a few miles ahead." their driver says.
"I should've figured as much. Take the first side road you see." He turns towards his son. "I need to talk to someone, see if he can either get us out of town or find us a place to lay low until this wretched manhunt is over. Since we don't know where the roadblocks are located, I think it's best if we drop you off somewhere safe."
"Sir, there are barricades on this road too, and all the ones surrounding it."
Luigi glances over at Bruno with fear in his eyes. "What are we going to do now, dad?" He frightfully looks around.
Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
Nick Johnoson, new Detective
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and tries to kill Rachel. Finding out he didn't succeed, he plans to try again. This final attempt leads the police to him.
Bruno and Luigi find themselves blocked in by a clutter of idling traffic; cop cars are lining the street all around them. Luigi sits rigidly in his seat watching the takedown unfold. I hope my plan works. Bruno nervously pulls a floral dress from his bag. "You need to change into this." He hands the silk print to his son.
"But, dad, I..."
"Just do as I say and make it quick. Here, put this on too." He tosses his son a long blond wig. Scooping up Luigi's clothes, Bruno shoves them in a bag and then stuffs them in a secret compartment. Grabbing the toupee beside him, he puts it on. Bruno sees the sky is lit up by red and blue lights as he fearfully glances around. Please help us get through this, he begs.
"We're next in line, sir," the driver announces from the front of the limo.
Bruno looks over at Luigi. "Hurry up, son."
"I'm trying, dad." He throws the wig on his head. "What do you think?"
Bruno reaches over and straightens Luigi's clothes and then scans the lad's appearance again. "That should do it." I hope. Bruno nervously adjusts his disguise.
Hearing a light tap, the driver anxiously rolls down his window. "Can... Can I help you, officer?"
"We need to check your car." He shines the flashlight in the front of the vehicle and then towards the back. Luigi turns away. The officer starts to leave when something catches his eye. He shines his light directly on Luigi.
Bruno looks over to see the young lad shaking; He grabs his son's hand. "We're in this together no matter what, I promise." The cop turns the light towards Bruno.
"Mr. Greco, sir?"
"Yes, it's me, can we move this along." Stepping away from the car, the officer motions them on.
"What was that all about, dad?"
"It's always good to have a cop on your payroll." I just wish I had a few more, Bruno thinks, anxiously glancing around.
***
Bonnie walks down the darkened hall towards her daughter's room. Rachel hadn't eaten much of her breakfast so Bonnie figures she'd probably be starving by now. "Rachel honey, would you like some lunch?" Bonnie asks as she lightly taps on her door. She waits a few minutes but doesn't hear a sound. "Honey, I made you some lunch." Rachel still doesn't answer. Maybe she's still asleep. Bonnie starts to turn the handle when another thought comes to mind. I should probably let her rest, after all, she has been working hard these past few days. She starts to turn away but stops in mid-motion. She really needs to put something in her stomach. Bonnie glances at the food and then the door. It won't hurt to let her sleep a little bit longer. She quietly tiptoes down the hall.
"Wasn't she hungry?" Jeanie asks as she passes Bonnie on the steps.
"She didn't answer, so I'm guessing she's still sleeping."
"I imagine she is exhausted since she only slept a few hours last night and the night before."
"Yeah, you're probably right."
*****
After a long, heated discussion Luigi finally agrees to Bruno's plan. He didn't like the idea of being stranded, especially now that he's a wanted man, but he doesn't want to take a chance on their lives either.
"This will be fine," Bruno instructs pointing towards an older brick building. The repair shop is one of several businesses he owns. Although it doesn't do enough business to cover overhead, its books show that it's doing extremely well. "I'll be back as soon as I can, son," Bruno reassures as they pull alongside the structure. "Remember, stay out of sight, and phone the driver if you run into trouble."
Luigi rolls his eyes. "You've already told me, Dad."
"Love you, son."
"You too, Dad."
Father and son memories quickly come to mind as Luigi closes his door. Please keep him safe, please, I beg you, Bruno tearfully prays, watching Luigi walk away.
As soon as he's out of sight, Luigi pulls his cell from his pocket. "Remember what we talked about, Leo? Well, the plans have changed. We need to take care of the matter today. Yeah, yeah, I know. That's why I want to handle it now while I still have a chance. So, pick me up at dad's repair shop ASAP."
****
Rachel decided to take a walk down by the park. Its beautiful green lawns and a large assortment of flowers make it one of her favorite places to visit in the spring. Maybe I'll even see speedy while I'm here, she thinks, glancing towards the pond.
Rachel fed the ducks nearly every day last summer. That's when she met a duck she lovingly calls speedy. No matter where she threw the food, this one little duckling would snatch it up before the others had a chance to get near it. If another duck tried to take it, the little hellion would flog them, despite their size. Rachel became so attached that she decided to name her.
Rachel walks over to the duck feeder and deposits some change into the machine. Wanting to have plenty of food, she adds a few more coins. That should be enough. She starts to scoop the seeds into a container when a large hand covers her face. Rachel screams as loud as she can, but her voice is too muffled to hear. She tried to break loose, but her attacker's large arm holds her firmly in place. Rachel starts feeling dizzy, light-headed, as she continues to fight her assailant. She soon discovers that the more she struggles the dizzier she becomes. What's happening to me, she questions as the world spins all around her. She feels her eyes starting to close, Rachel forces them back open. I can't pass out now, I just can't. Rachel tries hard to stay awake, but despite her attempt, she falls into a deep peaceful sleep.
*****
"Captain, I wanted to let you know that Eureka Springs and the surrounding cities are aware of our situation; so is the Highway Patrol."
"He shouldn't be able to get too far then, now should he, Jerr?"
"I hope not, boss. Oh, and I've informed the police in Italy. They've graciously agreed to tap the relatives' home phone and they put a trace on Mrs. Greco and Tito's cell in case he tries to call."
"What about the trace on Bruno and Luigi's phone?"
"Neither has made or received any calls today and the bank accounts haven't shown any activity."
Joe glances at the clock. "Something has to give soon."
"I hope so, boss."
Nick walks over to them. "We have a situation, Captain. Patrol just spotted an older black van leaving the park. They believe it's the same one used during Emma's attempted kidnapping."
"They're following it, right?"
"Yes, sir."
"I want the dispatcher to tell everyone to be on high alert for the black van."
"I'm on it, sir." Nick dashes across the station.
"I just hope no one gets hurt, Captain."
"Me too, Jerr, me too."
*****
Seeing that it's starting to get late, Bonnie decides she better wake Rachel, otherwise, she'll have trouble sleeping tonight. Stepping into the bedroom, Bonnie flips on the light.
"Honey, it's almost... Oh, my God, she's gone, Rachel is gone," Bonnie screams.
Hearing her yell, Jeanie and Emma run up the stairs. "What's wrong, Bonnie?"
She shakingly points towards the bed. "Rachel is gone."
Emma walks over to the partially opened window. "It looks like she snuck out."
"It's too dangerous for her to be out there by herself," Bonnie exclaims, glancing into the eerie darkness.
"I'll find out where she is and pick her up." Emma pulls her cell from her pocket.
"It's not safe for you to be out there either, honey."
"We'll all go," Bonnie says, watching Emma finish her call.
Emma turns towards them a terrified look on her face. "We have another problem, guys."
"What is it, honey?"
"Rachel isn't answering her phone."
"I better call Joe and tell him what's going on," Bonnie says running out of the room.
*****
Slowly opening her eyes, Rachel starts looking around. She sees the driver is wearing a striped jacket. She then notices his long dark hair. That's the guy I saw running to the woods; the same one that's killed all those people. I have to get out of here quick, but how? I need to stay calm and figure a way out of this. She nervously scans her surroundings, hoping to come up with a plan. I know, I'll text Joe, have him trace my call. She slides her hand into her pocket, only to discover her cell isn't there. She frantically searches the others but finds them empty as well. What am I going to do now, she thinks, anxiously glancing around.
Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seems like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
Nick Johnson, new Detective
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and tries to kill Rachel. Finding out he didn't succeed, he plans to try again. He's able to grab Rachel in his final attempt.
Jerry is sorting through a pile of papers from the top of his desk when the phone rings. I'll never get this done, he thinks as he reaches for the noisy device. "Berryville PD, Sergeant Bower speaking. Just a minute, please."
"Joe, Bonnie Webb is on line two. She seems really panicked." Jerry hands him the phone.
"Hello. What do you mean she's gone, Bonnie?" He puts the phone on speaker.
"She must've snuck out of her bedroom window. I tried calling her, but it went to voicemail. She always answers her phone, Joe, always. You know that."
"Ok Bonnie, calm down." He waits for her to take a few deep breaths before he continues; Jerry checks the GPS on her phone. "When was the last time you saw her?"
"Around eleven thirty, she said she wanted to take a nap. I knocked on her bedroom door around one, but she didn't answer. So, I thought she's still asleep. Oh, Joe, this is all my fault. I should have known better than to leave her alone like that. I should've known better," she sobs.
"It's alright Bonnie, we'll find her."
"How?"
"We're tracing her phone right now." He glances towards Jerry.
"She's at the park, boss."
"I'll pick her up and bring her to you."
"Please hurry."
"I will." Joe slams the phone on the cradle. "I'm going to kill that girl, I swear I am. Out roaming the park with a target on her back, how stupid can she be? Oh, just wait until I find her, I'm going to... To... I don't know what I'll do, but I guarantee you she won't do this again," he yells, stomping towards the door.
Jumping out of his chair, Jerry runs after him. "Wait for me, boss," he yells, trying to catch up. Hopefully, I'll be able to calm him down before we get there, Jerry thinks, bolting out the door.
***
Joe jumps out of his car, the second he and Jerry pull into the park. "Rachel?" he yells, quickly surveying the area. He's halfway down the hill when Jerry calls him back.
"Hey, boss, I found her cell by the bird feeder. There's a cup of spilled bird seed by it too." Jerry flips her phone over. "That's not a good sign, boss,"
"What is it?" Joe anxiously bends over top of him.
"There's blood on the cover." Grabbing the phone, Joe quickly inspects it. "Didn't patrol just say they saw a black van leave this area?"
"Get a search party out here now," Joe orders, running back down the hill.
*****
Rachel is trying to come up with a plan when the kidnapper swerves onto a rugged dirt road.
"They won't be able to find me now." Various items slide across the floor. Hearing the loud commotion, he looks in his rearview mirror. "That's one way to clean house." He laughs, glancing towards the rugged path.
Slowly opening her eyes, Rachel scans the items that have recently moved her way.
They aren't going to help me. She turns her head to the other side and starts looking through that new selection, Oh, but you will. She carefully reaches for an object.
*****
Bonnie and Jeanie are pacing across the front room floor, waiting for their troublesome daughter. Emma is keeping busy tidying the kitchen.
"I wish he'd call and let us know she's alright," Jeanie says as she swerves to miss Bonnie.
"Maybe I should find out if he has her yet." She starts to reach for her cell when someone knocks on the door. The three dash across the room.
"Rachel!" They exclaim as they throw the barrier open. The frightened young man takes a quick step back. Realizing it's not Rachel, Jeanie and Emma walk away.
"I have a package for Max Webb." The shaken man holds a box in front of him.
"Thank you." Grabbing the container, Bonnie closes the door. "I was hoping it was them."
"Me too."
Bonnie looks at the package again. "I don't remember Max mentioning a shipment today. He has so much on his mind lately, I bet he just forgot." She places it on their dining room table. Hearing a car pull into the driveway, she runs to the window; Jeanie and Emma are at her side. "It's only Max," Bonnie lets the lacy curtain fall into place.
'I'm sure they're on their way."
"I hope so, Emma." Bonnie glances at her watch.
"Honey, I'm home," Max announces as he walks through their door.
Bonnie rushes to his side. "You'll never believe what our daughter did today."
"What did Rachel do now?"
Bonnie looks at him with a puzzled expression on her face. "How did you... Oh, never mind. She climbed out of her bedroom window."
"She what!"
"She snuck out of her window. Joe traced her phone and believes she's at the park. He said he'd bring her home, but that's been over an hour ago. I'm worried that something's happened, Max; I'm so worried that..." Throwing her arms around her husband, she starts to cry.
"It'll be alright, Bonnie, I promise."
"How can you be so sure?"
"You haven't heard anything, right?"
"I wouldn't be so worried if I had." She wipes a tear from her face.
"So, it stands to reason that he has her."
Bonnie pauses for a second. "I suppose your right. Your shipment came for you; it's on the table."
"I don't remember ordering anything." Max picks up the small box and inspects it. "Hmm, that's strange."
"What is it, honey?" Bonnie asks, walking towards him.
"It doesn't have a return address or a postal code."
"All I know is some gentleman knocked on our door and said he had a package for you."
"Now I think about it, Bonnie, I don't remember seeing his delivery truck."
"I didn't either. Did you, Emma?"
"No, and he didn't have a uniform on either."
"I'm going to take it outside until Joe gets here. Let him decide what we should do."
"Be careful, Max," Bonnie warns as she opens their front door.
"I plan to." When everyone is a safe distance away, Max carefully carries it outside. I need to get it as far away from our house as possible, he thinks, heading towards the back. He'd just made it past their storm shelter when he hears a loud ticking noise coming from inside the container. "It's a bomb," he yells, running towards the woods.
*****
Joe frantically searches the entire area, hoping he's wrong. Discovering it's completely deserted, he runs back to his partner. "She's not in the park or the stores."
Jerry hangs up his phone. "The search team is on their way, boss."
"Good." Joe anxiously glances arournd hoping to figure out where Rachel might go.
"What if a friend gave her a ride home?"
"I thought about that, but if I call and she's not there, everyone will panic."
"They won't if l call. Especially if I use this voice," he says in a deep tone. He takes the phone out of his partner's hand and redials the last incoming call.
"They'll recognize my number, Jerr."
"It won't show up on their caller ID." The call connects. "Hello, this is Randy, Rachel's neighbor, can I talk to her, please. Ok, thank you." Jerry hands the cell to his partner. "She could be with her friends, boss."
"He has her, I know he does."
*****
Rachel reaches for the tall, slender object, but finds that it's too far away. It's the only thing that'll get me out of this alive. She inches her way closer. Something rattles underneath her; Lowering her arm she quickly closes her eyes. I hope he didn't see that.
Luigi glances in his rearview mirror. "Decided to wake up, did you?" Pulling to the side of the road, he slams on his brakes. The tools slide across the floor.
Rachel sees her chosen weapon lying in the back. I need to find something to defend myself. She quickly scans the item nearest to her. I've got to make one of them work. Making a selection she moves the object to her side. I hope I can do this. She takes a deep breath for courage. She starts to take another when she hears police sirens screaming in the distance. Rachel glances at her attacker. They may not get here in time. She nervously readjusts her grip.
Luigi sees red and blues coming from all directions. His bloody takedown suddenly plays in his mind. His body starts to tremble from his horrific thought. I've got to get out of here while I still can. Throwing his van into gear, Luigi speeds away.
Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she seemslike her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
Nick Johnson, new Detective
By Mistydawn
Summary
An attempt was made on Rachel's life because she witnessed a murder. Meanwhile, Luigi kills 4 more and tries to kill Rachel. Finding out he didn't succeed, Luigi tries again. He kidnaps Rachel in his third attempt.
Joe and Jerry watch their team carefully comb the park, hoping they can figure out what happened to Rachel. Dark clouds move across the sky, warning of a pending storm. They need to hurry this up. Seeing a lab tech walking towards them, he turns around. "Do you have something for us, Kirk?"
"The blood on the case isn't Detective Webb's, it's our perp's, and it's dried, so I'd say it's been there for some time."
"I bet it was from this morning's crime, boss."
"That still doesn't prove she's safe."
Hearing footsteps behind him, Joe spins around. "Sir, the dogs picked up her scent at the bird feeder. They tracked it to the parking lot, but lost it there."
"He does have her." Joe nervously runs his fingers through his hair.
"We don't know that for sure, boss."
"He's right, sir, she could've had one of her friends pick her up," Kirk adds.
"He has her, I know he does." The dispatcher's voice blares across their radio. All units, please be advised, the suspect is heading towards the railroad station.
Joe recalls all the bodies they found buried there a few years ago. It was one of the few cases he hasn't been able to solve. He glances at his detective, a terrified look on his face. "We've got to save her."
*****
The ticking gets louder as Max continues towards the woods. I've got to get the bomb as far away as I can. Carefully positioning the small box in his hand, Max tosses it into the woods. The parcel explodes into a thousand pieces when it crashes into the tree. Hearing footsteps behind him, Max spins around. He sees Bonnie running towards him, tears streaming down her face.
"I'm so glad you're alright," she cries, wrapping her arms around him.
"I am but I'm not too sure about our feathery friends." He points toward the birds hovering above their demolished home.
"How did that happen?"
"The box exploded when it hit the tree."
Bonnie glances at the forest and then at Max. "We... We could've been killed."
Feeling her body tremble, Max pulls her in close. "We're safe now, honey."
"Now, but what if you hadn't come home? What if..." Bonnie starts to cry.
"It's best we don't think about that." Max shivers, pushing horrific thoughts from his mind.
A terrifying thought pops into her head. "You don't think the same guy that's after Rachel did this, do you?"
"It could be."
"That means she isn't safe here; none of us are. Oh, Max, what are we going to do, what are we going to do?"
"I'll have patrol sit on our house until this is over." Max hears leaves rustle in the near distance. He looks towards the area but doesn't see a thing. There are plenty of places for him to hide. "We should probably go in."
"Yeah, lets."
"Oh Bonnie, Max I'm glad you're alright," Jeanie says as they step through the door.
"I'm going to call Joe; tell him what happened, get a few officers out here." He pulls his cell from his pocket.
"What happened out there?" Jeanie questions.
Bonnie quickly explains as Max makes his call.
"We... We could've been killed." Shaken, Jeanie plops down on the couch.
"Max is going to have patrol keep an eye on our house until this is over."
"Honey, the captain wants to talk to you." Max hands Bonnie his phone.
"Hello. I don't remember a truck, Joe and neither do Jeanie or Emma. We will. Is Rachel... The line goes dead before she has time to finish. "Call him back and ask, Max."
"I'm sure he would've told us if something is wrong."
I hope you're right, she thinks, gazing out the window.
***
The driver makes a quick right, then a left. Rachel tries to grab the gun as it continues to slide past her. I was so close. Seeing it coming towards her, she tries again. Items clank together when she scoops up the weapon.
"What's going on back there?" Throwing his van in park, Luigi stomps towards her.
Rachel jumps from the sudden noise, the weapon flies out of her hands. She picks up another object and whirls it around. It smacks the back of his legs; he tumbles face first to the floor.
"You're going to pay for that, bitch."
That's what you think. Springing to her feet, Rachel swings the bar towards his head. Luigi grabs the metal object and jerks it away. "I don't think so." He pushes her away.
Stumbling over the tools; She thuds against the back door. Rachel starts to become dizzy, light-headed; her vision begins to blur. She shakes her head, hoping to clear the fog, but the feeling only increases. I can't pass out now, I just can't, she thinks as she fights to stay awake.
"You won't get away from me this time," Luigi says as he stomps towards her.
Rachel scoops the rifle off the floor. "Hold it right there, dirtbag." She cocks her gun.
"It's not loaded, you idiot."
"A good cop is always prepared." She glances towards a box of shells. "Hands where I can see them, now." The van door slides open. Startled, Luigi turns around.
"No one threatens my son." Bruno pulls the trigger.
***
It's not too far now" Joe pushes down on the pedal.
Jerry grabs for the dash. "And you wonder why I refuse to ride with you, boss."
"I' haven't had an accident yet."
"Let's not break that record today."
Seeing his partner's death grip on the plastic, he laughs. "Relax, I got this." They hear a panic-stricken voice blare across the radio. "Shots fired, shots fired, in the railroad station.
"Hold on."
"Oh shit." Joe stomps on the accelerator. Jerry falls against his seat. "Don't kill us, boss."
"I won't." He pushes the pedal down further.
***
Rachel dives behind a stack of tools when the gunfire begins. I hope this protects me, she thinks, hunkering down as far as she can go. A few more shots ring out and then the van grows eerily quiet. Is it over, are they gone? She peeks through the pile of junk. I don't see anyone. She starts to rise up when she hears someone coming towards her. She reaches for her gun. You're not getting rid of me that easy. She positions the weapon in front of her. I'm ready for you now. She nervously taps her finger on the trigger as the footsteps get closer. Show your face, I dare you. The intruder is just a few inches away. She grips the weapon tighter as she takes a deep breath. Ready, aim...
Randy notices a red substance oozing from under the tools. "Please don't die on me; please, don't die," he cries running towards her.
Rachel is about to pull the trigger when she recognizes the voice. "Randy?"
Seeing transmission fluid toppled over beside her, he lets out a sigh of relief. "I'm so glad you're alright." He wraps his arms around her.
"What... What happened to..."
"They can't hurt you anymore."
"Thank you for coming to my rescue." She hugs him again.
"How sweet, a lovebird reunion. Too bad I have to cut it short." Leo raises his gun.
***
The detective see the crime unit taping off the area when they pull up to the scene. They then notice EMT's wheeling bodies across the yard. "It looks like we're too late." Joe's eyes start to mist up as memories replay in his mind.
"We don't know one of them is her, boss."
"Where is she then?" Wiping the tears from his cheek, Joe glances around the field.
"Over there, boss." He points to the corner of the lot.
"She's going to get an earful for doing what she did." Drying his face one last time he jumps out of his car; Jerry is right behind him. Grabbing Rachel's arm, Joe spins her around. "What the hell were you thinking, sneaking off like that?" You had us all worried."
"Someone had to stop them; isn't that right, Randy?"
"Yep, he smiles."
"By the way Captain, I was right about the perp being Tito's twin. Yep, I was right, and you were wrong, again. That's how many now, Jerry?" She looks over and sees he's smiling ear to ear. "Oh yeah, four, count it four in a row." She holds her fingers in his face. "Maybe one day you'll learn to listen." Straightening her clothes, she walks away.
Joe glances over at his Sergeant, a solemn look on his face. "I think I've created a monster.
"I believe so, boss." He laughs.
Characters
Jeanie, Rachel's mom
Emma, Rachel's cousin, but she is like her sister.
Max, Bonnie Webb, Rachel's dad and step mom.
Randy, Rachel's neighbor
Bruno Greco, He's in the Import business. He also has numerous side companies to cover up illegal proceeds.
Luigi, Tito Greco 28-year-old twins. Live with and work for Bruno. They thought he was their dad until recently.
Charles Maroni, Luigi and Tito's biological father.
Leo, hired hitman.
Berryville PD
Joe Bower, Captain
Jerry Andrews, Sergeant
Rachel Webb, Detective, the captain's girlfriend
Jeff Montgomery, Detective.
Nick Johnson, new Detective
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