Chap 1

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Ellis's boat.

'Oof! What's with the black look around your left eyeball? Bad makeup job?' Max asked.

'Got socked real good trying to hand in a suspect. And yes, it hurts, and it I don't really want your humorous side right now.' Ellis grumbled.

'Oh... Well, can I get you some ice then? That pack looks like it's about to melt.'

'All I have is a bag of frozen broccoli.'

'Well, that's useful too! And I imagine you hardly eat broccoli anyway.'

2 minutes later.

'Go ahead and say it. I look silly with this bag of frozen broccoli.' Ellis said.

'Well, someone's a bit cranky.' Max replied.

'How is it you always manage to have a sense of humor even after someone you know gets hurt? Aren't you worried you might offend someone the wrong way?'

'I believe laughter and humor can be the best medicine in uncomfortable situations. And, you do look kind of silly with that frozen broccoli bag on your eye.'

Ellis snorted. 'At least it wasn't a frozen steak.'

'Ah ha! I knew I could get you to crack a smile!'

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