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NOT EDITED Theodore woke up on his couch around eleven the next morning. He turned his head to the side, eyes landing on Russell. The man was asleep on the floor, arm shoved beneath the pillow tucked under his head. Theodore sat up, rubbing his eyes with the heels of his palms. He vaguely rememberedContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Thirteen”

NOT EDITED When it came right down to it, ‘Friday after work’ had come far too quickly for Russell. He was closing in on the monster that had murdered that young girl, Tia Harrison. He was certain he was closing in on the man responsible. As it stood, he had a man named Max HillContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Twelve”

NOT EDITED Just after midnight, Theodore pushed himself to his feet as Russell’s car pulled into the driveway. Russell climbed out, the engine still running, the headlights bright against the garage door. “What’re you doing out here, Theo? Jesus, I–” “I’m sorry. I lied. There was no noise.” Theodore held out a plate of cookies.Continue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Eleven”

NOT EDITED Home from a potential homicide he had responded to–which had turned out to be nothing but an early Halloween prank–Russell stripped out of his suit and changed into his pajamas. On the drive home, he had decided a shower could wait until later on that morning. For now, he just wanted to sleep.Continue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Ten”

NOT EDITED Theodore stood in front of the full-length mirror in his bedroom, one hand wrapped tightly around his cane. He’d been in a bit more pain that day than expected, but he was doing his best to manage. His boss had given him a chair to sit on behind the register, but Theodore hadContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Nine”

NOT EDITED Russell perched himself on the corner of Andrew’s desk, crossing his ankles. Andrew glanced up at him. “Whatcha doin’?” “I need an adult.” Andrew snorted. “What do you want?” “I’m making supper for someone tonight, hopefully making them feel better about some things. And returning this here travel mug,” Russell said, holding outContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Eight”

NOT EDITED Theodore leaned back against the front door, letting out a heavy breath. Tonight wasn’t a date, not in the slightest, but his sudden onslaught of nervousness made him feel like it was. He hated that feeling. Theodore had no real plans to start dating again anytime soon. He had more than enough toContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Seven”

NOT EDITED Russell opened his eyes as Theodore shifted on the couch. He turned his head to the side, just to see if the man had woken up. Nope, still sound asleep. Russell reached out and grabbed the blanket, carefully tugging it back up to cover Theodore’s shoulders. When the man didn’t move or protest,Continue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Six”

NOT EDITED Theodore sat down beside Russell on the couch, one hand wrapped tightly around his cane, the other wrapped around the handle of a coffee mug. He let out a slow breath, closing his eyes as he leaned back against the pillow shoved up against the back of the couch. It helped offer aContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Five”

NOT EDITED Russell’s brow furrowed as his phone rang on his nightstand. He rolled onto his stomach, blindly reaching out until he found it. Eyes still closed, he easily swiped the green phone button to the right side and pressed the device to his ear. “Steele.” “D-Detective?” Russell opened his eyes, blinking at the darkContinue reading “Books & Badges – Chapter Four”