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She was right Just considering that possibility felt like crossing over into the realm of doomsday preppers and other conspiracy theorists He had always laughed at Antonio for being so over-the-top careful

He lowered his voice “It would And I’ but an accident But Eva talked about having a feeling lately that she’s being watched, and she’s really rattled right noould rather be safe than sorry That’s all”

“So, you’re playing the big brother now?”

“I’ what Antonio would want me to do,” he said defensively

“So you declined her proposition, then?” Stella asked “Decided to stay above it all? Keep the wondercock in your pants?”

“I didn’t say that” He rubbed his eyes He could hear Eva’s voicewith Valentine, but he wasn’t in the o But thanks for the information”

“Anyti in a more serious tone, “And be careful, okay? On the off chance that you’re not crazy”

“I will” He ended the call and returned to the apart up with Officer Baby Face the Incompetent

Valentine stood as Jack walked in “We’ll keep you up to date with any developments Don’t worry Just turn that alar”

Eva s relieved as she escorted him to the door “Thank you so much, officer I appreciate your help”

Jack lurked behind her with his hands shoved deep in his pockets, unable to express the sa? Like hell

Once he and Eva were alone in the apartment, she turned to him with a weary, half s to make some coffee and settle in with a book on the couch It doesn’tto be able to sleep tonight”

“Like hell you’re settling in,” Jack said, bristling at the thought “You’re not staying here Pack a bag Whatever you need for the next few days”

She blinked, clearly surprised “What?”

“I have the rooht”