The New Patient (Dr. Epstein's Couch: Criminal Minds Series) by Ann Black Page B
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media from knowing the full extent of this...even spending some doe,” he says sarcastically.
I don’t blame Bob for being annoyed with his management. He’s tried to get resources behind Kyle’s investigation in the past...and according to him, if he’d had the support Kyle’s murder charge would have stood up, a fact that the media are bound to jump on if Kyle isn’t stopped soon—and I’m sure Bob’s managed to exploit that during his negotiations about this operation.
“I’m going to make some dinner and settle down for the night,” I tell him.
“Sounds good. Don’t worry, the place is crawling with our boys...and a couple of our girls.” He’s trying to reassure me but I suspect he’s under a lot of pressure and needs reassuring himself.
“I’m fine Bob, I just need some sleep.” It was true, the rough night and hours of high emotions had finally caught up with me. “Night, Bob,” I finish before hanging up and putting my phone in my jeans pocket.
Wednesday, August 31st 2:50pm
Walking down to the creek I gather the shower bag I left heating on the rocks. Over the past two days, I’d formed a routine and I’d learned to have my shower before the scant warmth of the day gave way to the cold evening.
Scanning the rocks on the other side of the river, there’s still no sign of Kyle. My eyes track the escarpment— I can make out a couple of heads, but only because I’m looking for them. The Police operation had been tightly organised, but I wonder how much longer they’ll support the plan. I try not to contemplate the idea that Kyle might not be drawn out.
I shower and start to prepare my dinner. Opening the esky, I see that my plastic food containers are beginning to float in melted ice. I take my phone out to ring Bob. “What’s up, Doc?” Bugs Bunny has made a comeback.
“Bob. I’ll need to go into town tomorrow and get some supplies. Do you want to join me, or can I go it alone?” I ask.
Bob pauses for a moment, “Better to go it alone, I’ll follow along with backup to keep an eye on you.”
“Any sign of Kyle?” I can’t help but ask.
“You won’t like it, Doc, but he’s been spotted back in Melbourne.” I could hear Bob talking to someone else before he continues, “But like I said, this will take time. He’s a cunning bastard and I think we need to give this plan at least a couple of weeks,” he finishes.
“I agree. Listen I’d rather head off in the morning, okay?” We arrange a time for me to drive past the picnic area located on my way out, where he will begin to follow me into town.
After the call, I enjoy the tranquility of preparing my meal with nothing but the sounds of the bush around me. There’s no fear anymore. I’m excited to finally get my chance with Kyle.
Thursday, September 1st, 9:30am
As I drive down the highway, I can see Bob and one of his colleagues I don’t recognise, driving behind me. At a distance, I see a cream coloured, older Kombi van pull out of the Park behind Bob, given the traffic conditions, it isn’t out of place and I doubt Kyle would follow in a car.
Dimly, I hope Kyle hasn’t become too distracted to notice where I am, or worse, decided to get out of the state until things cool off.
There’s a small town about 15 minutes down the road where I can stock up on a few camping essentials. It’s a popular place for campers to purchase their supplies, without having to travel too far.
Pulling into the crowded Supermarket car park I find a space in front of the local bakery. I decide to take care of my grocery shopping first, then buy some fresh sourdough. I noticed a Service Station on the outside of town and figure I should buy my ice from there on my way back to camp to cut down on melt time.
Scanning the cars around me, I see the Kombi drive past on the highway. Bob pulls into the car park, I wait for him to get out and see me before walking to the Supermarket for my groceries.
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I don’t blame Bob for being annoyed with his management. He’s tried to get resources behind Kyle’s investigation in the past...and according to him, if he’d had the support Kyle’s murder charge would have stood up, a fact that the media are bound to jump on if Kyle isn’t stopped soon—and I’m sure Bob’s managed to exploit that during his negotiations about this operation.
“I’m going to make some dinner and settle down for the night,” I tell him.
“Sounds good. Don’t worry, the place is crawling with our boys...and a couple of our girls.” He’s trying to reassure me but I suspect he’s under a lot of pressure and needs reassuring himself.
“I’m fine Bob, I just need some sleep.” It was true, the rough night and hours of high emotions had finally caught up with me. “Night, Bob,” I finish before hanging up and putting my phone in my jeans pocket.
Wednesday, August 31st 2:50pm
Walking down to the creek I gather the shower bag I left heating on the rocks. Over the past two days, I’d formed a routine and I’d learned to have my shower before the scant warmth of the day gave way to the cold evening.
Scanning the rocks on the other side of the river, there’s still no sign of Kyle. My eyes track the escarpment— I can make out a couple of heads, but only because I’m looking for them. The Police operation had been tightly organised, but I wonder how much longer they’ll support the plan. I try not to contemplate the idea that Kyle might not be drawn out.
I shower and start to prepare my dinner. Opening the esky, I see that my plastic food containers are beginning to float in melted ice. I take my phone out to ring Bob. “What’s up, Doc?” Bugs Bunny has made a comeback.
“Bob. I’ll need to go into town tomorrow and get some supplies. Do you want to join me, or can I go it alone?” I ask.
Bob pauses for a moment, “Better to go it alone, I’ll follow along with backup to keep an eye on you.”
“Any sign of Kyle?” I can’t help but ask.
“You won’t like it, Doc, but he’s been spotted back in Melbourne.” I could hear Bob talking to someone else before he continues, “But like I said, this will take time. He’s a cunning bastard and I think we need to give this plan at least a couple of weeks,” he finishes.
“I agree. Listen I’d rather head off in the morning, okay?” We arrange a time for me to drive past the picnic area located on my way out, where he will begin to follow me into town.
After the call, I enjoy the tranquility of preparing my meal with nothing but the sounds of the bush around me. There’s no fear anymore. I’m excited to finally get my chance with Kyle.
Thursday, September 1st, 9:30am
As I drive down the highway, I can see Bob and one of his colleagues I don’t recognise, driving behind me. At a distance, I see a cream coloured, older Kombi van pull out of the Park behind Bob, given the traffic conditions, it isn’t out of place and I doubt Kyle would follow in a car.
Dimly, I hope Kyle hasn’t become too distracted to notice where I am, or worse, decided to get out of the state until things cool off.
There’s a small town about 15 minutes down the road where I can stock up on a few camping essentials. It’s a popular place for campers to purchase their supplies, without having to travel too far.
Pulling into the crowded Supermarket car park I find a space in front of the local bakery. I decide to take care of my grocery shopping first, then buy some fresh sourdough. I noticed a Service Station on the outside of town and figure I should buy my ice from there on my way back to camp to cut down on melt time.
Scanning the cars around me, I see the Kombi drive past on the highway. Bob pulls into the car park, I wait for him to get out and see me before walking to the Supermarket for my groceries.
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