Chapter 30

“Somehow, I don’t think he’s going to mind,” Jesse said to himself as the car disappeared down the road.

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Jonah scowled at the closed door to the library. “I can’t believe he’s not going to let me help.”

“Let you help with the book? Don’t you think he’s smart enough to read it alone?”

David’s deep voice sounded as reasonable as ever, which only frustrated Jonah more. “I’m the one who found it. I’m the one who had the foresight to ship it to Derek. I should be able to help Jesse figure out what exactly it all means.” He sighed, hefting the weight of the box Jesse had given him so that it rested more comfortable in his arms. “I guess I should be grateful he wants my help on anything. I just wish it wasn’t sorting through evidence on Emma’s case that even Derek thinks is useless.”

“Yeah but…he wants you to help him find his missing girlfriend. This doesn’t exactly seem like busy work to me. I can help you with that, if you want.”