presenter.
Daniel sits upright “Darcey, Detective Stevens called while you were sleeping. He’d like to speak to you and will be here at 10.30.”
“Ok” I reply finishing my eggs. I look across at the alarm clock and note that I only have 45 minutes to shower and dress before Detective Stevens arrives. “Thank you for my delicious breakfast.” I shift to the edge of the bed and head for the shower.
Daniel is on his mobile phone as I reappear. He is tal king about Friday when he realises that I am in the room and briskly ends the call maintaining he’ll call back later.
“Is that a new work assignment?” I refill the kettle to make tea.
“Possibly, I’ll call them later.” Daniel looks tense as he sits in front of his laptop responding to emails.
Clutc hing a mug of tea I return to the bedroom to dress and dry my hair. Daniel continues with his emails. Choosing a short, tartan skirt with a black sweater and woollen tights I dress in a hurry while my damp curls hang around my chin. Applying foundation I cover the smaller cuts on my cheek and forehead and then a layering of mascara and lip gloss.
“Darcey, Detective Stevens is here.” Daniel calls from the lounge.
As I enter the room I’m surprised to see Anthony standing at the breakfast bar with Detective Stevens. He smiles as Daniel is visibly angry at his presence while making coffee in the kitchen.
“Good Morning Ms Brooks.” Detective Stevens offers his hand to greet me. He is shorter than Anthony with silver grey hair and a little overweight being disguised by a heavy black coat over a dark grey suit.
“Good Morning.” I’m edgy with both Anthony and Daniel in the same room and neither says a word but both eye up each other, silently wary.
“I hope you slept well after last night’s incid ent?” He thanks Daniel as he receives a mug of coffee. “Ms Brooks, I hope you don’t mind Mr Hunt visiting with me but he came to see me first thing as he is concerned that last night is connected to two other crimes.” He takes a sip of his coffee and then continues.
“ I know that last night was terrifying for you but I want to assure you that we are making headway with new leads and witness statements, we’re also convinced that their intention wasn’t to kill you but the result of a foiled kidnap.”
I am shocked as I look to Anthony for answers. He remains quiet waiting for Detective Stevens to continue.
“The Range Rover was caught on the A14 cameras. We tracked the registration back to a German company that deals in military supplies. They confirmed that the car was stolen two weeks ago.” Detective Stevens produces the captured picture of the car. I hold it shuddering as I recognise the clear faces of the passenger and driver.
“That is definitely them, ” handing the photo back to him.
“Ms Brooks, I understand your brothers deal in military supplies? We’re going to need to speak to them as they may have crucial information that could help solve these crimes.” Detective Stevens inserts the photo back inside an envelope.
“Are they in trouble?” I’ m immediately worried for their safety.
“No, they may not even know of the company.” The Detective looks down before looking at both Anthony and Daniel. “You’re not safe alone here and you’ll need to move to a secure location. We’re going to hold onto your car for further forensic analysis so you’re going to need some support.” Before he speaks he looks to Anthony who nods approvingly. “Mr Hunt can offer you a secure location and chauffeured transportation.”
Daniel furiously interjects. “I can look after Darcey so that won’t be necessary.” He moves to stand alongside me as I feel awkward at the offer, not wanting to be indebted to anyone.
Anthony tal ks for the first time after clearly thinking long and hard about all of my options and most probably constructed his plan to ensure that I didn’t spend another night under the same roof as
Daniel sits upright “Darcey, Detective Stevens called while you were sleeping. He’d like to speak to you and will be here at 10.30.”
“Ok” I reply finishing my eggs. I look across at the alarm clock and note that I only have 45 minutes to shower and dress before Detective Stevens arrives. “Thank you for my delicious breakfast.” I shift to the edge of the bed and head for the shower.
Daniel is on his mobile phone as I reappear. He is tal king about Friday when he realises that I am in the room and briskly ends the call maintaining he’ll call back later.
“Is that a new work assignment?” I refill the kettle to make tea.
“Possibly, I’ll call them later.” Daniel looks tense as he sits in front of his laptop responding to emails.
Clutc hing a mug of tea I return to the bedroom to dress and dry my hair. Daniel continues with his emails. Choosing a short, tartan skirt with a black sweater and woollen tights I dress in a hurry while my damp curls hang around my chin. Applying foundation I cover the smaller cuts on my cheek and forehead and then a layering of mascara and lip gloss.
“Darcey, Detective Stevens is here.” Daniel calls from the lounge.
As I enter the room I’m surprised to see Anthony standing at the breakfast bar with Detective Stevens. He smiles as Daniel is visibly angry at his presence while making coffee in the kitchen.
“Good Morning Ms Brooks.” Detective Stevens offers his hand to greet me. He is shorter than Anthony with silver grey hair and a little overweight being disguised by a heavy black coat over a dark grey suit.
“Good Morning.” I’m edgy with both Anthony and Daniel in the same room and neither says a word but both eye up each other, silently wary.
“I hope you slept well after last night’s incid ent?” He thanks Daniel as he receives a mug of coffee. “Ms Brooks, I hope you don’t mind Mr Hunt visiting with me but he came to see me first thing as he is concerned that last night is connected to two other crimes.” He takes a sip of his coffee and then continues.
“ I know that last night was terrifying for you but I want to assure you that we are making headway with new leads and witness statements, we’re also convinced that their intention wasn’t to kill you but the result of a foiled kidnap.”
I am shocked as I look to Anthony for answers. He remains quiet waiting for Detective Stevens to continue.
“The Range Rover was caught on the A14 cameras. We tracked the registration back to a German company that deals in military supplies. They confirmed that the car was stolen two weeks ago.” Detective Stevens produces the captured picture of the car. I hold it shuddering as I recognise the clear faces of the passenger and driver.
“That is definitely them, ” handing the photo back to him.
“Ms Brooks, I understand your brothers deal in military supplies? We’re going to need to speak to them as they may have crucial information that could help solve these crimes.” Detective Stevens inserts the photo back inside an envelope.
“Are they in trouble?” I’ m immediately worried for their safety.
“No, they may not even know of the company.” The Detective looks down before looking at both Anthony and Daniel. “You’re not safe alone here and you’ll need to move to a secure location. We’re going to hold onto your car for further forensic analysis so you’re going to need some support.” Before he speaks he looks to Anthony who nods approvingly. “Mr Hunt can offer you a secure location and chauffeured transportation.”
Daniel furiously interjects. “I can look after Darcey so that won’t be necessary.” He moves to stand alongside me as I feel awkward at the offer, not wanting to be indebted to anyone.
Anthony tal ks for the first time after clearly thinking long and hard about all of my options and most probably constructed his plan to ensure that I didn’t spend another night under the same roof as
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