“She's scared because she's afraid to die and she's afraid I'll leave her. All the yelling is a cover-up to hide that fear.”
“I'm-I'm so sorry.” “She's a wonderful person. Inside, she's gentle and caring and loving. That's the Serena I know.”
Ashley said, “I'm sorry if I caused any-” “Not at all.” He looked around.
Ashley said, “There's just the one bedroom. You can take it, and I'll sleep on the couch.”
Deputy Blake shook his head. “The couch will be fine for me.”
Ashley said, “I can't tell you how grateful I am.” “No problem. Miss Patterson.”
He watched her go into a linen closet and take out sheets and blankets. She walked over to the couch and spread the linen out.
“I hope that you'll-” “Perfect. I don't plan on doing much sleeping, anyway.”
He checked the windows to make sure they were locked and then walked over to the door and double-bolted it.
“All right.” He placed his gun on the table next to the couch.
“You get a good night's sleep. In the morning, we'll get everything organized.”
Ashley nodded. She walked over to him and kissed him on the cheek. “Thank you.”
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