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“Yes, they had it with them when they drove up,” Rico said

“Where did they park, now that you bring it up? It’s only your cruiser out front,” Duke said

“Your deputy was kind enough to let us use the garage,” Muriel said

Duke’s eyes narrowed at the deputy “So, you have no idea what they may have taken from the house and put into their car?”

“I was made to understand that it was their house and their stuff,” Rico said His face showed that he didn’t like giving the answer, because he knerong now He took off his hat and started running his hands around the briesture He looked better without the hat, showing that he had more curls left than the short sides had promised

“Well, you were ,” Duke said

“I know the will hasn’t been read yet, but our father always meant the house and contents to stay in the family,” Muriel said

“Not waiting for the will to be read is one thing, but your brother’s body isn’t even cold yet That’s juun more than I can overlook, Muriel”

“I’m about to become the wealthiest person in this county, Duke, and sheriff is an elected position”

“Are you threatening me, Murry?”

“Don’t call me that awful nickname”

“How about El? You didn’t mind that nickname once”

Her face becaht blush underneath the perfect foundation It was hard to tell, but she didn’t like hi her either nickname That was for sure

“It’s not a threat, Sheriff Leduc It’s just a reminder of the politics around here”

“Well, now, Mrs Babington, your brother, Ray, was the richest person in the county That’s for certain But you and Todd are usually broke”