“And Jonathan?” she asked.
Saying his name after she’d just kissed another man felt awkward.
“His surgery went well yesterday, and he’s still in the ICU. They expect to move him out of there today. An officer is posted outside his room, so he should be safe.”
“That’s good.”
Cap nodded.
“I’d like to see him. Do you think we can go to the hospital?”
Cap’s dark eyes studied her for a moment.
“I don’t know. I’ll have to run it past the chief. It’s possible the Colombians have eyes on him in the hospital, so it might not be safe.”
“I just…I don’t know. I guess I need to see him to make sure he’s okay, and then give him a piece of my mind. You know, closure. I have some things to say.”
The corners of Cap’s mouth twitched upward as he fought a smile.
“I get it. We’ll see what we can do.”
“And what about Preston? How is he?” she asked.
Cap’s mouth rose into a smile. “Chief Mertz said he’s awake. Has a hell of a headache, but they expect he’ll be just fine.”
“That’s great. I was so worried about him.”
“Me, too.”
Emma rose, taking her coffee cup with her, and walked toward the big window in the living room. She moved the curtain just a smidge so she could peek outside. The sun glowed. The air looked still, not a leaf on the trees moved. It seemed like a punishment to not be allowed to enjoy this beautiful day outside.
With a glance to the right, she saw a squad car tucked in next to the garage.
“Looks so nice outside this morning. So, we just stay cooped up in this little cabin all day then?” she asked as she walked back toward Cap.
“Yeah, that’s safest right now.”
She crossed her arms over her chest and walked around the tiny kitchen and living room area. She felt a bit like a nervous, caged animal. It was a cozy place that offered comfort, but the fact she was in hiding still made her uneasy.
“Emma. I’m sorry, but it’s for the best,” Cap said, picking up on her anxiousness.
“I know.”
“We could take a little walk if that would make you feel better.”
That sounded wonderful.
“We can?”
“This property abuts a conservancy property. I’ve hiked the trails many times. Though we’ll stay off the trail to avoid seeing anyone. There’s a little lake we can hike to.”
“Let’s do it.”
“Give me just a minute. I’ll let the deputy know what we plan to do.”
Cap peered through the kitchen window. “Looks clear.”
He exited the cabin, and she watched through the same window as he engaged with the deputy in the squad car. A moment later, he returned.
