Needing Answers - (ARCase & Ruechari)

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Needing Answers

Jake knew good and well, as he was led away from the hotel. That he wasn't under arrest just yet, although it'd be a safe bet, if he didn't cooperate with the law in BG, a jail cell is where he would surely be.Billy would take great satisfaction in arresting him. Jake found it hard to believe that the deputy wouldn't make this personal indeed. He and Billy had history, had been at odds over Ruechari. The past wasn't as easy to forget as folks were led to believe. In BG, there was no such thing as impartiality.

He used the time on the walk to the jailhouse to get his story straight

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He used the time on the walk to the jailhouse to get his story straight.For a moment he did contemplate airing his dirty deed, getting it off his chest, setting himself free. Taking Sallie down with him, also airing out all her misdeeds. For the sake of poor Mary Sue. But then what would become of Josie? He couldn't go to jail. At least she was safe, cared for, possibly with Bea.

No, Jake would have to handle this. Takedown that witch. Then one day confess, to the dark secret he just couldn't forget. The weight was hard to carry like a noose was constantly hanging around his neck. But for Mary Sue, he might face the rope. His alibi was strong enough, he had to hope. He would avenge Mary Sue when the time was right.

Brody put Jake in his cell. Where Billy was, it was hard to tell. Rue came in with a basket. 

"Brody, can you let me in?" 

"I don't think the Sheriff or Billy would approve

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"I don't think the Sheriff or Billy would approve." The lid to the basket he did remove.

"What in the jars?"

"Ointment for Jake's injured hand and AJ's hangover treatment, I understand you'll want to get information from Jake expediently. So it is best if he has a clear head, don't you agree?"

"I'm sure Doc..."

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