“Where was he staying?” Rice said, “We checked at El Tovar, Bright Angel, Thunderbird, and the rest of the possible places. “You’re really not joking, are you?” “I have never been more serious in my life.” I intend to carry that oath out.” She once more listened to him breathing. “I’m trying to do my job, sir, as an FBI agent. Not just for this country, but for the world.” She paused. Once you get here you will understand exactly what is going on. If you think-” She broke in, “Sir, I would not be asking this if it were not absolutely critical. “Because I expect company here.” “Company? What do you mean, some criminals? A gang?” “Depends on how you define that, sir, but this company might actually be more dangerous.” “Look, Pine, this is beyond ridiculous. And if the DD won’t do it, I need you to have my back, sir.” “And why do I need to bring reinforcements?” asked Dobbs after another few moments of silence. ![]() Then: “What the hell are you involved in, Pine?” “Something bigger than I could have ever imagined, sir. ![]() “What in the hell are you saying? That sort of talk could cost you your shield, Pine.” “Why else would he have intervened and had you call me off this case, sir? Wasn’t that extraordinary on his part? I mean, what does the DD care about a dead mule?” Dobbs didn’t say anything for a long moment. “I think the DD might be involved in what’s going on.” Which is the reason I’m calling you and not him, she said to herself. ![]() I’ve already gotten an earful from the DD about you.” Pine drew a deep breath. “my office that I can’t really transport.” “What the hell are you talking about?” “Just trust me, sir.” “I don’t see why I should.
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