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The detective greeted theh her stack of papers and handed the report over to Vivian

“Our officer went out and inspected the scene this er tire was slashed No further dae was done to the car, but it’s clear this wasn’t an accident” Mancini raised an eyebrow and fixed Vivian with a serious look “Considering the note that was also found at the scene, I highly suggest you find a closer parking spot Preferably souy wants to force you into a situation where you will be alone with him”

At her side, Zeke tensed She placed a hand on his thigh under the table and nodded “I’ll find somewhere closer to park”

“As you know, previous notes haven’t given us anything useful,” Mancini continued “But in light of these new interactions, we’re hopeful the suspect makes a mistake soon The key is to ensure that we limit opportunities for contact”

Thoughts of all her duties rose “I can’t stop working,” she protested

Detective Mancini held up a hand “I agree Your life needs to continue in as nores are made, your stalker may vanish until a better opportunity presents itself, or rimaced “I don’t want to worry you and I don’t believe that will happen, but I think you should know the facts”

“I appreciate that,” Vivian assured her

“Since I’ here without cuffs on,” Zeke suddenly said, “I can assume I’m not a person of interest?”

Detective Mancini turned her attention to hi You have quite an impressive past”

He didn’t respond If anything, his expression grew more neutral

“I also noticed that you have your licenses up to dat

e Considering your history, I feel safe in assu that you understand the implications if our suspect is found injured”

Vivian didn’t knoas in Zeke’s past, but the way his lips curved up and his shoulders relaxed as he leaned back in his chair made her wonder exactly what it was he did at The Club

“I appreciate the warning, Detective,” he murmured “And if that’s all you can tell us at this tiet Viv to the store so we can look into sorades for her apartment”

Detective Mancini’s lips thinned, but she gave a curt nod and rose fro to call if she gotout the conversation that the sensation of Zeke’s hand on her lower back made her jump a little