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“So, why are you flying to New Mexico?” Sawyer asks, putting his book down.

“My client could be charged with crimes here. He confessed to the killing of girl here. I’m going down to request extradition after your case is concluded,” The man says. “I’m a DA. Your boyfriend is Finnley Huck right, Detective?”

“Yes,” Sawyer nods. “Whit would be his case.”

“He requested leave, it was transferred to his lieutenant. Lieutenant Hummer has the case now. He thinks Whit’s guilt is open and shut. Your boy going to be a problem?” The man smirks.

“If you piss him off, yes, he will be a problem. Huck isn’t going to like his case being transferred. What is your name?” Sawyer asks.

“Assistant District Attorney Wilkes,” Wilkes leans back.

Sawyer dials Huck.

“I get we said I love you, but don’t you think you are being a little too clingy,” Huck chuckles.

“Babe, do you know an ADA named Wilkes?” Sawyer asks.

“I know of him, but I have never met him,” Huck answers with a question.

“He was the guy on the s