Special Assignment. Ann Voss Peterson

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      The detective lifted a shoulder. “It’s been known to happen.”

      Cassie shook her head. “They have to know Mike wouldn’t do that. The rest of his record should speak for itself.”

      “Like I said, it comes down to evidence. Whether or not ballistics can prove Mike’s service pistol is the murder weapon. Whether or not a powder residue test proves he recently fired it.” He gave her a smile filled not with pity, but understanding. Maybe even sympathy. “I’m sure he’ll appreciate that you believe in him, though.”

      She did believe in him. After what had happened with Kardascian, she even had a limited appreciation for his protective streak. If she had stumbled onto the millionaire’s murder alone, who knew what could have happened? She might be in the morgue right now, beside the CEO. “He’s always done a good job on the cases he worked with PPS.”

      “Sure.” He gave her a grin suggesting he thought her belief in Mike went deeper than that.

      She shifted uncomfortably. “He has done a good job. A very good job. Evangeline says he’s one of the most honest cops in Denver. And after that Dirty Three scandal, I sometimes wonder if he’s the last one left.” She paused, realizing the implication of her words. “No offense. I know there are plenty of honest cops. I’m just frustrated.”

      “No offense taken.” His smile widened to show the gap. “And I agree. Mike is an honest cop and I’m sure the evidence will show it.”

      She hoped so. She sure hoped so. For obvious reasons…and reasons she didn’t want to examine too closely.