or the Portland Vice,” Cam answered, echoing his own thoughts. “And if you bring it up, they have two options. Read you in, or—”
“Or push me out.”
But still, it would be interesting to see Dani's reaction if he told her he knew the truth. Something had changed with her yesterday afternoon. She'd treated him more like a partner. Her rough edges were softer and she'd been less guarded, more open. And she had let him kiss her.
Would calling her on it bring back her walls? Would it be better to let sleeping dogs lie to ensure he stayed part of the investigation? Ty let out a huff of air.
“No, I won't say anything. I think it will be a whole lot more interesting if I let them continue to think I think they're DEA.” Interesting in more ways than one, he thought.
“Of course by now, they probably know you know,” Cam responded. Then he added, “Drew's team is top notch, Ty. Keep your eyes open but remember, it's their operation. If they've gone to the trouble of using another agency, I'd say let them.”
It was a fair warning from his big brother. Ty appreciated the sentiment and insight from a man who probably knew more about Dani and the team than he did.
“Thanks, I'll keep that in mind,” he answered. “Thanks for the information,” he added.
“Anytime. And, Ty?” he paused, “Watch out for Agent Williamson. I've seen her make grown men cry.”
Whether or not Cam was kidding was a toss-up. Ty could well believe it. In the few hours they'd shared, she'd made him all but beg.
* * *
“What's this?” Drew asked picking up the file Ty tossed down on the desk.
“Information on the Hunley's weaknesses and more specifics on the Abram system,” Ty answered.
Drew picked up the folder, flicked through it, and put it down. Confirming what Ty suspected, the director didn't need to study the information—he already had it.
“Thanks, Ty. I'll hand that to Cotter,” Drew responded with a nod to the documents. “Thanks again for showing us those sites. Dani and Cotter have already set up shop. We wouldn't have known about them if you hadn't offered.”
It was an interesting compliment. A bit forced—as if he wouldn't have bothered had Ty been part of his team, but he was trying to play nice.
“Oh, hi Ty,” Dani said, entering the room.
“Dani,” he acknowledged. She gave him a second, curious look, then frowned. He wasn't quite at peace with the fact she, and her team, were keeping things from him.
Breaking the awkward moment, Marmie's voice carried across the room. “We've got movement.” Her eyes stayed locked on her computer screen as all three moved toward her.
Other team members materialized as Marmie's fingers flew across the keyboard. The text scrolled so fast that Ty had to look away for a second. “Sonny's headed for,” she paused, hit a few more keys and then announced. “He's headed for Miami.”
The team began moving into action but Marmie stopped them by adding, “And Savendra is headed home to San Diego. Both are scheduled for flights leaving tomorrow.”
Everyone paused and Ty watched as all eyes swiveled to Drew. After a split second of clear concentration, he turned to Adam. “Adam, you'll go to Miami. Dani, you're going to San Diego. Cotter, Spanky, get them what they need. Marmie, arrange the transport.”
“Done,” Marmie answered.
“Done,” echoed Spanky and Cotter, already halfway out the door.
“Drew, Adam's never been in the field. Savendra is going home. Sonny is being sent somewhere he has no known ties. Let me go to Miami,” Dani spoke in a quiet measured tone.
“Adam's been in the field, just not as much as you. He needs the experience,” Drew responded. Even Ty could see Drew's patience was running thin.
“Let me go to Miami, please. I'll blend in better than Adam, and you know it.”
Dani had added a ‘please,’ but her jaw was set and her hands were balled into fists at her sides. And, Drew didn't care.
“Dani, get your ass on the plane to San Diego,” he snapped. Then giving her a level look, he added, “Do not even think about breaking rank on this one.”
And Ty sensed if she broke rank Drew would do more than toss her nice little behind to the wolves—he would serve it up himself. Why Drew was so set and why Dani so insistent, Ty wasn't sure, but he suspected it might have something to do with why they were masquerading as DEA in the first place.