Chapter 28
"I received my medical examiner's preliminary toxicology report," Murphy whispered into his phone. "It's negative. Did you hear me, Preston? Negative on the drug or alcohol theory."
"I have confidence in you, Dennis. Get your people in line. I have a major announcement that I can't talk about right now. I don't need a full-blown story about the death of some black deserter to overshadow my campaign. I've had a flawless record when it comes to introducing laws to keep down the crime in Chasen Heights. This would diminish everything I have worked for. It would certainly look bad for you and anyone in law enforcement. How could I even entertain the thought of your promotion in the necessary circles if this unfortunate occurrence tarnishes our efforts?"
Murphy shook his head. Preston was good. No wonder he was in a high-ranking elected office and Murphy was just a patsy, doing Preston's bidding.
"I can't ask my medical examiner to falsify his report."
"You don't. You order him."
Murphy listened to the dial tone, then dropped the phone in its cradle, as if it were as repellent as Preston. He walked over to the glass partition and scanned the outer office. He watched Frank and Jake walk into Casey's office.
He pursed his lips, walked back to his desk and buzzed Janet.
"I need you to take a letter, Janet."
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