Well, Shane said as the door shut behind them, thats bizarre.
Did I miss a chapter? Claire asked. And are there Cliffs Notes?
No idea.
The sound of conversation drifted in from the kitchen, music without words. Claire fidgeted, then got up and tiptoed over.
Hey! Shane protested, but he followed.
Hess was talking about somebody named Jason. Shane reacted, putting his hand on Claires shoulder and lifting his finger to his lips.
What? she mouthed silently.
I want to hear.
Detective Lowe was talking. you probably would want to know that hes getting out today. Now, before you say anything, hes been warned. Hes not about to go near you or your parents. Hell be monitored.
Monitored. Eve sounded shaken. ButI thought he was going to be in jail for a long time! What about that girl?
She withdrew the complaint, Hess said. We couldnt keep him locked up forever, honey. Im sorry.
But hes guilty!
I know. But now its your word against his, and you know how that gets decided. Youre not sworn to anybody, Eve. He is.
Eve cursed. It sounded like she was trying not to cry. Does he know where I am?
Hell find out, Hess said. But like I said, hes being monitored, and well keep an eye on all of you kids here. You leave Jason alone, hell leave you alone. Okay?