by R. J. Jagger
He stayed on the sailboat, untied the ropes and pushed the boats apart.
He said nothing.
Then he took one last look and disappeared into the cabin.
Teffinger removed the woman’s blindfold.
When she saw who was in front of her a measure of life returned to her eyes. She hesitated for a second, almost as if she wasn’t sure if this was some kind of a cruel trick. Then she put her arms around Teffinger and pulled him tight with every ounce of strength in her body.
Her body trembled.
“It’s all over,” Teffinger said. “You’re going home.”
The End
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R.J. Jagger is the author of over 20 thrillers and is also a long-standing member of the International Thriller Writers. He has two series, one featuring Denver homicide detective Nick Teffinger, set in modern times; and a noir series featuring private investigator Bryson Wilde, set in 1952. His books can be read in any order. For complete information on the author and his ebooks, hardcovers, paperbacks and audio books, as well as upcoming titles, news and events, please visit him at:
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