Whirlwind
Chapter Twelve
Now that they'd done with the unloading, Garner went back to the SUV to wait for Ortiz, who was speaking with his contacts. As to what they were discussing, that would have to wait until Ortiz got back to the vehicle.
Garner was anxious over what might be going on, and he tapped his fingers nervously on the dashboard.
A few moments later, Ortiz finished talking with his partners, and headed back to the SUV. When he got in behind the wheel, he took a deep breath. It did not go unnoticed by Garner.
Before starting the engine, he reaches into his coat pocket for a small manila envelope that he hands to Garner.
"It's your bonus for tonight's work. No questions asked," he said.
"Thanks," said Garner, as he placed the envelope inside his jacket. "Just let me know when you need me again."
After that, they left the warehouse in silence.
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Ortiz dropped Garner off at his car back at the precinct, and told him he'd see him in the morning either in the locker room or at roll call.
Garner closed the door to the SUV, and got into his own car. He needed to go home to see to his family.
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When he arrived home, the house was very quiet: Susan had fallen asleep on the couch watching TV, and Angela was asleep in her bedroom.
When he returned to the living room, Susan was stirring. "Are you all right?" she asked, worry etched on her face.
"Yeah, so far. I have a feelings everything is going to end soon. There are just too many variables that can't miss. Someone is bound to screw up at this point. Everyone wants a piece of the action." He sat down next to her on the couch.
"Meaning more killings. All for the sake of greed?" she replied before getting up slowly from the couch.
"I'm afraid so Susan. I could see it in their eyes. Someone is going to be killed. Tomorrow will be the turning point. From what I understand, more weapons and drugs are supposed to be taken from the precinct."
"And no doubt, Seth, these men will finally make a fatal mistake."
"That is exactly what's going to happen." Changing the subject quickly, he smiled at her, "You know what? I'm starved. How about I make us both something quick to eat before going to bed?"
