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Get out,” repeated Dr. Loop.
“I’m here on official police business,” Frank responded, not moving from his chair. He could hear soft footsteps behind him as whoever held the crossbow moved forward.
“Unlikely,” said Dr. Loop. “I’ve known Captain Donovan a long time, and he’s not the sort to rely on private investigators. As I recall, he takes particular pleasure in developing novel threats to keep busybodies away from active cases.”
Frank started to reach into his pocket.
“No sudden moves,” said a gruff voice behind him.
Frank felt his temper flare. He hated having crossbows pointed at him, an admittedly common experience in his profession. “I’m getting a parchment,” he said through gritted teeth.
“Get it slowly then,” ...
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