I was holding my newborn when my uncle walked into the hospital room and saw the marks on my neck.

is? Do you know how many people owe us favors?”

Ray put his hearing aids back into place. “I do.”

The hospital administrator came next, followed by two police officers. Caleb’s confidence returned when he recognized one of them. “Denny, thank God. Tell them this is private.”

Officer Denny did not move. His eyes kept flicking toward Ray.

Ray said, “Is Captain continue reading …