Chapter 55
“You gave it back? What does that mean? That’s it?”
“That’s it,” Jesse confirmed. “I scanned the entire thing into the computer late last night. I promised them I’d give it back, didn’t I?”
“Well, yes, but…” He was at a loss. He honestly didn’t expect things to be resolved that easily. Wasn’t Derek always complaining that Jesse and Gideon’s cases gave him headaches? Getting over-involved was part of their routine. They thrived on complications. And all Jesse did was give them back their book and put them on a plane? “You don’t even need me for research?”
“Oh, we’ve got plenty of research to do.” Jesse exchanged what could only be described as a meaningful look with Gideon. “But that doesn’t mean you’re not free to go home. I thought you’d be excited that your life isn’t in danger anymore.”