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Mike heard from a friend that Ellie might have headed to see her cellmate's boyfriend Adam Copeland. Adam lived in a secluded part of the woods overlooking the woods. He figured it was a good place to start. He got into his truck and started out to where Adam lived.
Allie sat in her office with Finn playing in the nearby pack n play. She decided not to take him to daycare that day. Something about the way Drew looked at her made her not want to have Finn out of her sight. She heard her secretary buzz her.
"Yes, Kelly."
"A Detective Cena to see you."
"Send him in." She put down her pen and got up from the desk as John walked in. "Detective Cena, what can I do for you?"
"I wanted to ask you some questions about your sister. We didn't get to have a long talk the other time."
"Fine sit." She sat down in her chair as he sat across from her. "So what questions?"
"Do you know where she could be? Or who could have hated her so much that they'd frame her for murder?"
"I have no idea where she is. I haven't heard from her. And the only enemy my sister has is Drew." Allie replied. "I haven't heard from her or anything. So I have no idea if she's safe or what."
"Ms. Jackson, I realize this is a difficult time but I have to ask these questions."
"Fine, I understand that, detective, I do. I think you should be looking at Drew. He wanted custody of Finn and he knew that with Phil's support, Ellie would get full custody and Drew would be lucky to get visitations." Allie sighed. "Drew would and will do anything to get Finn."
"Even frame your sister?"
"He wanted them both out of the way. So he could have Finn."
"But he doesn't have Finn, you do." John pointed out.
"Because the court gave him to me and Drew didn't factor me into his plan. But I have no doubt that given a chance he would get me out of the way too. It's about control with him. It's not about the love of a father."
John sighed. "Look I believe you. I also believe that Ellie didn't kill anyone."
"So, are you trying to find out who really killed Phil?" She asked as Finn started crying. She got up and went and picked him up and came back and sat down in the chair by John. She held Finn close and gave him a toy to play with. "Are you looking?"
"I am looking but I'm not sure where to start." John said as he watched her play with her nephew and quiet him down.
"I think you should start with Drew."
"I will talk to him." John said getting up. "Ms. Jackson, thank you for your time. If I have anything else, I will call you."
She nodded. He got up and walked toward the door. "Detective Cena..." John turned to look at her. "Thank you." John nodded and walked out the door.
Ellie came out of the bathroom, dressed in the clothes Adam had given her and sat down at the table. Adam had made her some dinner and she sat down to eat. "I've got some money here for you and a passport. You should head up to Canada. I have a cabin up there. My friend Jay Reso will help take care of everything." Ellie nodded. "I've got some friends working on finding out who set you up."
"Can you keep me updated on my son and my sister?" She asked. "I worry about them."
"I can try. I can't really contact her. It's too risky but I will try to find out about them."
"Thank you." She was relieved that he was going to try on that for her. She hoped that Allie had gotten permanent custody of Finn. She couldn't stand the thought of Drew having any part of Finn's life.
The knock at the door startled them both and Adam motioned for her to go into the bedroom and hide. She got up and walked into the bedroom careful not to make a sound. Adam walked to the door and opened it groaning when he saw it was Mike.
"Evening Mr. Copeland, how are you?"
"Been better. To what do I owe the honor Mizanin?"
"Just checking out a lead on a case I inherited. Your girl's cellmate Ellie Jackson escaped.
"I'm sorry who?"
"So you've never heard of her?"
"Nope."
"Seems I've gotten some bad info then."
"Seems you have."
"My mistake." Mike said as he walked down the steps. "But if you do hear from her, please let me know."
"That'll be at the top of my list." Adam watched as Mike got in his car and left. He then turned to the bedroom. He heard the door open and Ellie come out. "We have to get you out of here tonight. Mike Mizanin is the best bounty hunter in the state. "
Ellie nodded. She just wanted her name clear and to be with Finn. That was all she wanted. She watched as Adam quickly packed her a bag. He put in money and other things she would need.
"Alright. Let's get you to my cabin."
Ellie nodded. She gave Adam a hug and thanked him before she headed out the back door. He'd told her that there was a car a little ways up in the woods. It was untraceable. She started walking up the trail he'd shown her and sighed. Mike watched from his vantage point and saw Ellie walking out of the house. He'd wait until she was a little bit closer and he'd grab her. They'd still go to Canada, to Copeland's cabin. It would be the perfect place to hide out and buy John some time.
Allie got Finn's things together and got ready to go. Chris had told her to leave when she needed too. She walked out of her office and saw Drew coming her way. Finn hid his face in her shoulder when Drew walked up.
"What are you doing here, Drew?" Allie asked.
"I wanted to talk to you about this custody agreement. I deserve more time with my son." He said trying to be nice.
"I will follow the court order. I'm not breaking it." She said to him.
"Finn is my son. Mine. Not yours." Drew said raising his voice a little.
"Is there a problem here?" Chris asked coming out of his office. "Mr. McIntyre, you heard the judge's ruling. I suggest you follow it or I will file a motion to revoke all your visitations."
"He's my son. And I have the right to see him." Drew said.
"Supervised visitation on specified days of the week. You're not supposed to be here. Now leave before I call your parole officer."
Drew turned to go. "This isn't over. I will get my son." He walked away leaving Allie a little afraid.
Chris turned to her. "I will walk you two down and I think you should call that Detective. Let him know what's going on and what Drew said."
She nodded and they walked to the elevator. Chris motioned for another associate, Mason Ryan, to come with them. He was a pretty big guy and it would make sure that Drew didn't do anything. On the way down, Chris called the detective and told him what happened. John said he would meet Allie at her place.
Chris had Mason follow her just as a precaution. He didn't trust Drew not to try and run her off the road. "Call me when you get home." Chris instructed her and she nodded.
Ellie walked through the woods, ignoring the growing fear she had in the pit of her stomach. The same feeling she'd had since she'd escaped. But she'd have to thank Beth if she ever saw her again. Because she was a free woman for the time being and she could set about the task of clearing her name. If only she knew where to start. Her mind started to race and she let out a small squeak as a pair of arms wrapped around her waist. Instinct took over and she threw her elbow back into her captor's side. She heard him grunt and she took the chance to wiggle free and run a few steps away. She heard the quick footsteps behind her and turned around to see the man coming at her seconds before he tackled her to the ground.
"Why are you following me?" She said as she struggled underneath his grip.
"Because I was sent to find you. Name's Mike Mizanin. Bounty Hunter."
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