Hal, theres something else, Ellen said, and told him all about it: Katie Blasko, Katies home life, the delay, the indifference of van Alphen, McQuarries grandstanding, and, more than anything, her doubts and fears. Youre right to treat it as a worst-case scenario, Challis assured her. When its a kid, you cant afford to take chances. But I did take chances, Hal. Instead of sticking around this afternoon and mounting a proper search, I left Scobie in charge and swanned off to the city. What if shes dead because I didnt take it that one step further? But you have to cover the obvious bases first, he said soothingly, and thats what Scobie was doing. I know, but I feel guilty. And youve made up for it. She laughed without humour. Now everyone thinks Im overreacting. Youve got good instincts, Challis said. Better instincts than I have.
What do You think about Challis - 04 - Chain Of Evidence?
