"Gone"


Chapter 41

"We're Not Guilty!"


STANDARD DISCLAIMER: See: Chapter 1


"You're getting to be a regular around here, Counselor," the duty sergeant observed mildly.

"Much to my chagrin," Zeta agreed. "I understand you're holding Fitzgerald Kreiner and his… associate."

"Yep. We're dryin' 'em out before their arraignment."

"How did they get wet?" Zeta asked, frowning.

"He means they're waiting for them to sober up," Anji whispered helpfully.

"Oh."

"You want to see them, Counselor?"

"Not particularly, but I suppose I'd better."

A policeman led them to the drunk tank.

"Lord Zeta!" Ansel exclaimed.

"We're not guilty!" Fitz chimed in.

"Hmm. Why do I have my doubts about that?" Zeta wondered.



CONTINUED IN CHAPTER 42, "THE VENUSIANS ARE COMING!"