Locked up
Chapter 10
AN: I do not own Twilight or any of its characters. SM owns them and I am again just giving them something to do between movies.
Charlie's POV
When I got back to the station I looked through crime scene photos and coroner's report and pictures from the previous murders. I was hoping to find links between these and the current body but my mind was racing in a million different directions trying to make sense of everything that was going on.
After a couple of hours and 3 pots of coffee later I decided to call it a night. I packed up my things and told the night shift officers that if anything else happened they were to call me on my cell ASAP.
Once I got home I expected to be bombarded with questions from Jasper and Bella about the murder and what it would mean for Edward, but to my surprise the house was silent when I walked in.
"This is not a good sign" I muttered to myself feeling myself going into cop/protective dad mode. I called out for Jasper and Bella and heard no response. I turned lights on and made my way up the stairs towards Bella's room. I saw the bedside lamp on in there since the door was open a crack. I peeked in and saw Bella passed out asleep in Jasper's arms but Jasper was awake and motioned for me to come in since he saw me at the door.
I opened the door quietly and walked over to Bella's desk and pulled out the chair.
"She was really worried and was on the verge of having a panic attack when you didn't come back quickly." Jasper whispered quietly. "I finally convinced her that you would be home sooner if she fell asleep and got some rest."
"Thanks Jasper" I replied quietly with a thankful smile on my face. I didn't want my little girl to be worrying about me, I was the dad and it was my job to worry about her.
"So did you find out anything new about the murders Charlie?" Jasper asked after a few seconds of silence.
I could tell he wanted to ask more, but he didn't want to overload me with questions. The newspaper reporters had not fully brainwashed him…. Yet.
"I found something new on this body that the others don't seem to have. I can't say what it is because it is confidential information, but we are following all leads and checking out all angles." I replied.
"Understandable" Jasper smiled.
"I am wondering what they are going to say since Cullen is still in jail and could not have possible done this one." I muttered quietly to myself.
"Get some sleep and worry about that tomorrow Charlie. You need to be well rested tomorrow. There will be lots of questions to be answered tomorrow and you don't need to be dragging." Jasper said in a stern but friendly voice.
"Yes dad" I chuckled.
Jasper smiled.
I am certainly glad Bella found Jasper and he came to Forks with her. At least I know she is in good hands while I am trying to find this psycho.
As if he could read my mind Jasper said "You don't have to worry about Bella, Charlie. I will take care of her while you solve this case.
"Thanks Jasper" I said as I walked over to Bella's bed. I leaned down and gave her a kiss on the forehead.
"Good night Daddy" Bella mumbled sleepily and tucked her head closer into Jasper's chest.
"She called me 'Daddy' instead of Charlie!" I said with a totally goofy grin on my face.
Jasper smiled and said, "She really loves you Charlie. She just has to adjust and get to know you all over again. Give her time, and she will get closer and closer to you."
"Good night Jasper" I said quietly as I walked out the bedroom door and walked towards my room. Jasper was right. I needed a good hot shower and some sleep. Tomorrow would be a really long day of dealing with police officers, media, lawyers, and worried townsfolk. After a quick shower and a slice of pizza I was crashed in my bed and dead to the world.
Until my phone rang…..
AN: Sorry it has taken so long to update. There has been a lot going on with family and work. I probably won't be able to update again until next Monday b/c I have to work some super crazy hours the rest of the week (Wed-Sun night) so I will probably not be on the computer for more than a couple of minutes at a time. Please ignore any grammar mistakes please. I am trying to get this updated before I crash for the night and begin my hectic work week and my sister (unofficial Beta) has not had time to come review for me like she usually does.
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