5. Good Cop, Bad Cop

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"Regina! Hey!.. Regina! Hold up a minute.." Beth Ann called out as she ran across the busy street dodging cars as she crossed.
"I have to speak with you!" She explained finally stepping up on the sidewalk in front of the Police Station, now out of breath.

"I have to speak with you!" She explained finally stepping up on the sidewalk in front of the Police Station, now out of breath

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Regina turned to face her, "Oh, Beth Ann.. how are you?" A forced smile upon her lips.
"Alright I suppose." She replied.

The morning air was crisp. People on their way to work could just about see their breath when they exhaled walking down the sidewalk, going about their day.
Regina squinted. The sun was particularly bright today, casting its rays out across the town.
"What can I do for you today?" Regina asked, puzzled.
Regina knew Beth Ann was no fan of her. Which made her wonder why exactly she would want to talk with her about anything. Right from the start, Beth Ann criticized her relationship with Emma; never shy to voice her opinions on how she thought Emma could always do better.

"Oh, I'm not here for me, Regina. Actually, I'm here on Emma's behalf."
Slightly taken back, Regina replied "Are you now? And what is it that you think you can do for my Emma?"
"Well.." The young woman began, chasing after Regina.
Not waiting for an answer, Regina turned abruptly and walked into the station, Beth Ann quickly following behind.

"It's not about me, Regina." Beth Ann assured her as the front door of the police station slammed shut behind her, "You're relationship may be in danger. I'm here to help." She smiled.

As if on cue, Regina turned to face her. An angry look washed over her face.
"How dare you!"

"What? What do you mean?" Beth Ann replied confused

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"What? What do you mean?" Beth Ann replied confused.

"How dare you come here and make such accusations! You know nothing about our relationship Beth Ann, Nothing!"

"Actually, I know quite a bit, Regina."
She replied, crossing her arms with a smug look.
"I know you're relationship is in danger because Emma talks to me."

"Ok," Regina replied, "And why exactly should I trust you? We both know you've never supported mine and Emma's relationship. For Christ's sake, How do I know you're not just trying to drive a wedge between us?"

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