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The officers left without taking any statements. They even warned Joshua not to mess with Mr. Knight.

"Josh," She whispered in a small voice, placing her hand on his shoulder, he rubbed his face looking up at her with that stressed look on his face.

"Where did you go on that Saturday night?" She asked.

"The Black Palace restaurant," He answered.

"Who was your date?"

"Sasha. Why are you asking this?"

"Nothing. Here, take your medicines and go to sleep," She said, handing him his medicines. He gulped them down but grabbed her wrist getting her attention.

"Where are you going?" He asked.

"I'm going to work. I'll be doing a full-time job at Smith's for a few days or else I'll look for another job," She said and he shook his head.

"No. You need to leave Evelyn. I won't be able to protect you in this condition. That bastard has links in the police department. I don't understand why he's after me and I can't let you be at risk for the time being," He was saying when his eyes widened slightl