The woman’s back straightened, and she waved a piece of paper. “I sure as hell did. I already said I got a Planning Division permit, which is what’s required for—”
“A fence between four and seven feet tall,” Becket cut in. “I asked them for the dimensions. The fence they’ve got is eight feet. You need abuildingpermit.”
Sky’s jaw dropped, and Luke walked over to the men in the truck, no doubt to ask them about the height of the fence.
Jesse turned to the woman, his tone apologetic. “Technically, that information is correct.”
Becket lifted a shoulder. “If my brother says it’s true, it must be.”
“Yourbrother?” Sky asked.
Luke returned. “The guys confirmed the fence is eight feet.”
Becket smiled at the woman. “Sorry, peaches. No fence for you.”
Was hetryingto antagonize her?
Sky spun toward Jesse and Luke. “His camera films my front yard. Surely that’s not legal?”
“Unfortunately, there’s no law that says his camera can’t cover a front yard where the public can see.” Jesse almost wished there was, just because his brother was obviously getting a kick out of his neighbor’s frustration.
Becket crossed his arms. “Told ya.”
Sky’s chest rose and fell with an exasperated breath before she threw her arms up in frustration. “Fine!” She stormed into her house.
Jesse looked at his brother. “Stop smiling.”
“But she’s so cute when she’s mad.”
“You’re an asshole.”
Becket’s smile widened. “Never said I wasn’t. Should I break the news to the fence guys?”
Luke sighed. “I’ll do it.”
After Becket threatened them, Luke was probably the safer bet.
As Luke walked away, Jesse cocked his head. “Why don’t you want her to have a fence? She’s already purchased it. At worst, you’re just putting off the inevitable and inconveniencing these workers who have to haul the fencing materials back to their facility and store them until Sky gets the correct permit.”
“I’m just following the law.”
No. It was more than that and they both knew it. “Becket—”
“Want to come in for a coffee?”
Jesse shook his head. “We’ve got to get back. Just try to keep your neighbors happy so I’m not called back down here.”
“Hey, every other neighbor loves me.”
Jesse scoffed as he turned toward the car. “No more calls, Becket.”
Once he and Luke were back in the car, they returned to the station. Luke followed him into his office.
“Lucky you didn’t have to arrest your brother.”
Jesse laughed as he lowered behind his desk. “If he actually did something wrong, I’d happily arrest him.”
“Well, if I ever catch him breaking any laws, I’ll call you and you can do the honors.”
