Chapter 41
“I have Sadnessand the means to help you.”
Wyatt glanced at Merrick.
Merrick nodded once.
“Fine.” Wyatt tensed the muscles in his jaw. “You’ll get your money aftermy dad is safe.”
“Deal.” Bernie looked at Merrick. “Merrick, may I call you Merrick? I have something over here for you.”
Merrick followed Bernie to the bar. Bernie stepped behind it, then placed a black, hard shell case on it.
Merrick pulled it to him, unfastening two locks and then opening it. Inside, a Glock 30 was tucked into black padding. The gun was his.
“It’s from the party at Dwain Adair’s. I know a man can’t be too careful with leaving weapons about.”
“Thank you.”
Bernie stepped out from the bar, going to stand before Wyatt. “I have met your father. He’d be proud of you.”
“Do you know where he is?”
“I wish I did. I suspect he’s gone into hiding for a very good reason.”
“What’s the secret treasure?”
Bernie looked at his fingers he tapped together. “Is it treasure that concerns you?”