Just when I thought

Jackman grits his teeth against Katie’s accusation, and is obviously trying to control his temper in the presence of these people. He receives Lockheart’s warning, forcing a slight smile, though empty of emotion. “Alright, Miss Lockheart. You win. However, I do reserve the right to deny any foul play here. You have my word that this young man fell to the hands of other prisoners here. This jail has been under investigation and found to be clean.”

Jason grips Katie’s hand, trying to convey reassurance to her. He nods to Nate, appreciating his words. “Thanks, Nate. And look…I only have one favor to ask of you. I need you to call Wes Henson, back in Texas. He’s my mom’s fiancé. They’re supposed to be married here real soon, and I don’t want my mom changing any plans because I’m in jail. I know she’ll want to, but please…tell Wes that I insist nothing changes. When I get out, I’ll get over to Texas to see them.”

He turns his gaze to Katie, locking eyes with her. “And you…all I want from you is to know you’re not worrying about me, alright? I need you to keep a level head and to help Lockheart all you can. I’m going to get out of this.” He lefts her hand to plant a tender kiss on it. “You need to be that hero, Katie…stay strong.”

Jackman pauses his exchanges with Lockheart, nodding slightly. “You’ve got your private room if you want it. But I must insist on it only being you with Mr. Stevenson. I must abide by the rules here, and outside interaction, other than an attorney, must only occur as it is now with the prisoner remaining in his cell alone. If the rest of your party would care to step outside, I will escort Mr. Stevenson to the room myself, and you may have half an hour with him.”


Carson lifts an eyebrow, grinning slightly at Misty. “Now, how did you know that I liked grilled cheese sandwiches?”

He pulls out a chair to sit down, propping his feet up on an empty seat on the other side of the table. “You’ve rescued the poor starving soul. And just when I thought everyone had forgotten about me.”