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Come on, Gray. What do you want from me? How about a little commitment?

You know, you come over, you eat, we have sex, you leave. I'm getting too old

for this high school crap, Jack. I need more than paper roses.

I need a real relationship.

No offense, but I'm not in the habit of getting into trucks with complete

strangers. I got it. Maxwell.

Frank Maxwell.

And you are?

Gray Goodman.

There. We're no longer strangers.

Six years is a long time to spend with somebody great.

That part of my life is over. I came back because I wanted to start again.

Jack is a part of my past that I just can't forget.

Brought to life.

Is there something wrong, Mrs. Maxwell?

Not unless you consider being gifted something wrong.

I wish you didn't have to go.

You going to be okay by yourself out here?

He left already?

Yeah, this morning.

That wasn't much of a honeymoon.

I don't like the idea of leaving you in that big house by yourself.

I'm a big girl. I can take care of myself.

I'll be fine.

Nothing bad ever happens here. It's like paradise.

I've been sheriff here for six years, and I've lived here for eight before

I've never once seen or even heard about anything like this happening here

before. Never.

Why did you call me? I was a sketch artist, Mitch.

You mean a detective.

Nice rock.

A merry check.

Sure didn't waste much time now, did you? I needed stability. I know, I know.

And I couldn't give it to you my line of work.

You are incorrigible.

Oh, you know how big words turn me on. It's all in the past.

It is over and done with. Right now, a girl is dead, Gray.

And that killer is out there.

Love me.

I need you to trust me now.

I'm sorry.

I'm all out of breath.

Doctor! We need a doctor out here!

What's the story? We got rape trauma, fictition.

She's lost a lot of blood.

Looks like someone used this girl for the pain cushion.

Get her into OR, Dad.

I'll see you when I'm called.

Hey, where are you going?

Well, I've got to be with her. She's a material witness.

Right now, she's a dying little girl.

Let us do our job so you can do yours later, all right?

Who found the girl? I did. I was patrolling the park. I almost tripped

She's got these marks.

God, what kind of sick animal could do that?

I know I did, all right?

Doctor, Kincaid homicide.

You're early. Come back later.

Look, I need to talk with this girl as soon as she regains consciousness.

Just between you and me, detective, I'm not sure if she'll ever be conscious

again. Now, Julie, excuse me.

You need to show me exactly where you found the girl, okay?

I think I want to try and keep this out of the press as long as possible.

I don't think he realizes he left one still breathing.

Marty, no one goes near this girl until I get back.

The first person she sees when she comes to is a sketch artist.

Okay, let's get started.

We're too far apart.

Closer.

Like this the ears aren't right they're kind of poked out

Now

tell

me about his hair

Sandy color, light brown, maybe a blonde.

I'm not sure.

I'm tired.

I'm going to sleep.

In a minute.

Tell me about his milk again.

Is that him?

Megan, is this the man that attacked you?

It's him.

Look at this thing here.

Looks just like a Polaroid.

What about this one right here?

What's her name again?

I wouldn't know.

You don't know her name.

It's like I've told you so many times.

I know none of these girls.

So you just pick them at random?

No, I don't pick them.

I'm growing tired.

I'd like to go home now. We're almost done, Mr. Kaminsky.

Now, are you sure you would not like to have an attorney present?

Attorney?

A just man needs only faith.

Any luck at all?

Not yet.

This guy's got no alibi.

Except he thinks she's the Messiah.

As soon as we get the okay, we're going to bring Megan in for a lineup.

Until then, we just keep hammering away.

Let's get out of here. I need some fresh air.

Maybe you should quit.

You look like I feel.

This is the guy, Gray.

I know it.

This feeling in the pit of my stomach.

Hey, he'll break.

They always do.

Hey, hold on a second.

What are you looking at?

Get it out of here.

What's wrong with you, man?

It's not the time.

Hey, I'm sorry.

You all right?

What do you say we have dinner?

Just you and me.

I'll make reservations.

Marius? I was thinking more in the lines of a nice romantic candlelit dinner.

Bottle of wine.

Why is it whenever you feel like celebrating, I end up cooking?

Luck.

I'm getting soft, aren't I?

Let's find out.

What's so funny?

Just one. I'd like to make it to my bed.

You know how hard it is to get that cream off the sheets.

Want some?

You better be careful. I hear there's cops in this building.

Don't worry, sweetheart. I got friends in all the right places. Come on, guys.

Excuse me.

Magic who?

Watch and learn.

Hey, come on now.

That wasn't very nice.

Ray.

I need you to look at my car again before this weekend.

No.

It's doing that overheating thing again.

Do us both a favor. Shoot it and put it out of its misery.

One shot, right to the radiator.

You can even use my gun. Ow! That hurts!

That car cost me a fortune.

I'd rather use it on you first.

That wasn't very nice.

So what's going on this weekend?

Oh, very funny.

Jack, we're going to visit my sister, remember?

I talked to Joyce yesterday, and she said that we can sleep in the kids' room

unless we want to rent a motel room, because it would be more private.

Jack, don't do this to me again.

I'm sorry, but I can't this weekend. I'll make it up to you next.

That is what you said last month, and the month before that.

Joyce is expecting us.

What am I supposed to tell her?

Tell her I can't make it. I don't see what the big deal is.

I'll have plenty of time to meet your family.

Six years and nothing changes.

What do you want from me, Gray?

How about a little commitment?

You know, you come over, you eat, you fuck, you fart, then you leave.

I'm getting too old for this high school shit, Jack.

I need more than just a paper rose.

I need a real relationship.

I don't see what's so wrong with the way things are.

Come on, Gray.

Look, we have fun together. We keep each other company.

Is that so bad?

If all I wanted was companionship, I'd buy a dog.

What do you always got to do?

Old habits die hard, Jack.

Typical.

Look, Jack.

Behold, Gray.

Your judge standeth at the door.

Let's get started.

I love your sketches, Ricky.

Yes. It is a very fearful thing to be in the hands of a living god.

Drop the knife and move away from her. Now!

You had me worried.

You okay?

That's a matter of opinion.

What happened?

Got to my car and realized I forgot my keys.

I guess I shouldn't have parked so far away.

Thank you anyway.

Lost a lot of blood, kiddo.

But the doctor says you're going to be fine.

I always knew you were the tough one.

Gray, uh, there's going to be a scar.

How did he?

What happened to Jack?

Megan Esposito died before they could get an I .D.

Without a witness, they had to let him go.

We got him now.

He'll live.

He won't be seeing daylight for a long time.

I better go.

You need to rest.

You'll be out of here and back to work in no time You'll see

Wonderful.

I got good news and bad news.

What's the bad news?

Your water pump is DOA. You're not going anywhere without a replacement.

What's the good news?

The good news, you don't have to be stranded. I'll give you a ride.

I don't suppose you know of any garages nearby?

Sorry.

How did I know you'd say that?

Where are you headed?

Idlewood, a little... Oh, 40 miles over those hills, I know it.

Listen, I got an idea.

Silly, but hear me out.

You obviously are in need of transportation.

I'm perhaps not so obvious in need of companionship.

I've been driving about 400 miles with just my radio and a box of cheese

crackers to talk to.

Idlewood's on my route, and I could use the company. What do you say?

No offense, but...

I'm not in the habit of getting into trucks with complete strangers.

Oh, neither am I.

That is a problem, isn't it?

What to do, what to do.

I got it.

Maxwell. Frank Maxwell.

And you are?

Gray Goodman.

There. We're no longer strangers.

It's getting late.

And you really don't want to be stranded in here, Doc.

Hey, worst case scenario, I bore you to tears for a couple of hours, you never

have to see me again.

What's the best case?

I just met you, let me have some secrets.

Not bad.

Professional?

Yes and no.

Okay.

So, you got family in Idlewood?

Sister. Ah.

Awful lot of stuff in your car just for a visit.

I'm moving back home.

I've been in L .A. for ten years.

Just thought it was time for a change.

Yeah, I see.

Running from someone or to someone?

Do you always ask the people you pick up this many questions?

Yes.

Just checking.

I'm sorry?

You never answered. Running from or running to?

A little of both, I guess.

Are you always this cryptic?

Yes. Check it.

Raw white fish for you, and a double cheeseburger with everything on it for

boyfriend.

He's not my boyfriend.

I just met him.

Different strokes for different folks, I guess.

healthy appetite you've got there have you

always done this cruising the highways rescuing damsels in distress

first of all i'm nobody's damsel and second

no i meant have you always driven a rig work construction a long time ago

attended a little bar here and there That's probably where I got the nasty

question thing.

You don't say.

I prefer driving.

I make my own hours, get to travel.

It's all right. It stays well.

Did you grow up around here?

Why do you say that?

I don't know. You seem to know the area pretty well.

I grew up on a little farm about ten miles outside your hometown.

No.

Maxwell?

Not Tom and Sheila Maxwell up in your old Cedar Road?

That's my grandparents.

They used to buy grain and seed from my father's store.

We were practically neighbors.

I don't remember you.

I'm not surprised.

I was a little shorter and a lot heavier.

I was a little chunky myself.

No, no, no. I don't think chunky was the correct adjective to describe my

childhood. Immense, gigantic, humongous. Those would put you in a ballpark.

It couldn't have been that bad.

Oh, my God.

Is that all you?

Sorry.

It's okay.

I like making you laugh.

So you grew up with your grandparents.

Where were your parents?

They died when I was eight.

Sorry.

It's okay, really.

You can ask me anything you want.

I don't mind.

Thanks. You're welcome.

There's a service station across the street.

They could help you tow your car back.

What are you going to do?

Drop off this load and head on home.

I need a little downtime.

Well, thanks again.

For everything.

That's my sister.

I better go.

Sure. Maybe I'll see you around.

Gwen, you need a change of scenery.

Hi!

It's so good low there.

I was. It's a long story.

All right.

I like that, do you, honey?

It's the slippers, right?

Chicks dig these slippers.

And what chicks might that be, Officer Walker?

Realizing his slip, our hero quickly tries to change the subject.

Okay, Alice, let's go. Breakfast is ready.

Amy's here.

Alice, hurry up.

Come on in.

Alice is almost ready.

Wow, something sure smells good.

Well, grab a plate. Mitch made plenty.

Hey, food's getting cold. I'm coming.

I talked to Taylor today at the garage.

He said he'll have your car running by tomorrow.

That's good news.

County fair starts tonight if you're interested.

You used to love it when we were kids.

Yeah, that's just what I need.

To watch a bunch of girls half my age walk around all starry -eyed with their

boyfriend of the moment.

You could call him.

No.

Six years is a long time to spend with somebody, Gray.

That part of my life is over.

I came back because I wanted to start again.

Jack is a part of my past that I just as soon forget.

Well, we are looking for someone to teach arts and crafts, and I am the new

principal now.

Hey, that's great.

You know what?

I just got here.

I kind of like to take things slow.

Well, I'm not trying to rush you, but just think about it.

Okay. Aunt Grace! Telephone!

That's weird.

Nobody knows I'm here.

Hello?

Hi!

How did you get... ...tonight?

away with the circus they used to have by the farm. What happened?

There was a misunderstanding involving myself, a fat lady, and a box of candy.

really don't like to talk about it.

Gotcha.

Okay, wise guy. How about some cotton candy?

Here we go.

Okay.

You're not a bad writer for a city girl I think the horse liked

you

And by the power vested in me by the state of California, I now pronounce you

man and wife.

You may kiss the bride.

Thank you. I believe I will.

You look beautiful.

I bet you say that to all your wives.

Not true. I have an entirely different set of compliments for them.

Keep it up, wise guy.

There'll be no wedding night for you.

She looks

so happy.

What's the matter?

Don't you think she rushed into this just a little quick?

I mean, what does she really know about him?

She loves him. What else is there?

Well, what about his family? Where are they?

It's kind of odd that none of his family showed up for his wedding, don't you

think? His parents are dead.

Stop being so suspicious.

It's my job to be suspicious.

then do it at work right now and join my sister's wedding.

Nice couple. I smell like a horse and you look like a Jackson Pollock

You know you love it.

Oh, it's more than I can say for that horse smell.

My cue to take a shower, I guess.

Hey, hey, hey, how about a shoulder rub?

Oh, you are the master.

Practice makes perfect.

A little too much red.

Perhaps to the undrained eye.

Or anyone with 20 -20 vision.

Thanks for the constructive criticism, Rudolph.

Speaking of painting, are you ever going to do that fence?

Mm -hmm.

Yeah, I'll take that as a no.

That's all right.

I'll do it myself while you're up.

traipsing across the country, picking up single women by the roadside.

Don't knock it. It's a living.

I wish you didn't have to go. I gotta work. It's an easy run

and it pays good.

There's a few and far between.

You gonna be okay by yourself out here?

Please. I did L .A. for ten years.

I think I can handle this place.

Ouch. I love it when you act macho. Really?

How much?

It's very good.

That's right. Just make sure you keep your stroke really quick and really

strong.

Good.

That's a nice improvement.

Thank you.

Rachel, if you're finished, there's more brushes in the back that can be pulled.

That's excellent work, Mama.

Everyone, remember to lay your brushes flat overnight, please.

Some of you left them sitting in the sink yesterday, and you know who you

right, Craig?

You guys are going tonight, though, right?

I don't know. It's pretty far.

It's worth it. It's worth the trip.

What about you, Amy? How are you getting there?

I'm going to see if I can bum right off my cousin.

Yeah, right. Amy, can I stay for a minute?

I'll catch up with you guys.

Gee, Mrs. Maxwell, did I do something wrong?

Not unless you consider being gifted something wrong.

You really think so?

Amy, have you ever given any thought to studying art full -time?

Oh, sure. I've also thought about buying a Ferrari and driving across the

country. But I can't really afford either.

My folks.

You know how parents get.

They want me to major in accounting or something useful.

Parents can be plenty unreasonable that way.

I'm sure they're not going to be very happy with me after today, either.

I don't get it. What's this?

CalArts is offering a summer extension for qualified students who are

in applying for early admission.

I took the liberty of submitting some of your work.

They took me?

I hope you're not upset with me.

Oh, my God. Oh, my God. You have no idea how cool this is.

It's just two weeks, but I set up a meeting for you with someone I know in

financial aid office.

If you're accepted for the fall, he may be able to help you with your financing.

You are, like, so nice. I don't know how to thank you. You just did.

I really got to go. I'm, like, so late.

Mrs. Maxwell?

Even if my parents do eat you, I think you're awesome.

So how was your day?

Good. I missed Frank so much.

He left already?

Yeah, this morning.

Well, that wasn't much of a honeymoon.

We'll be back in a week, and then we can spend as much time as we want together.

So why don't you come over for dinner tonight?

Mitch is making Italian.

Oh, I better not.

I got work to do.

I don't like the idea of leaving you in that big house by yourself.

I'm a big girl. I can take care of myself.

I'll be fine.

Nothing bad ever happens here.

It's like paradise.

You've got to take a fifth.

Hurry up. I've got to work.

you screaming about?

Hey man, you okay?

You alright?

Over there.

Look over there.

You

son

of a bitch!

I'm at a motel.

I called earlier.

Where were you?

Out riding.

What's the matter? Are you getting jealous already?

Of course I am. My new bride goes out with a stud behind my back.

You are incorrigible.

Oh, you know how big words turn me on.

Oh, there's somebody at the door.

I gotta go.

Okay. Hey, hey, hey.

I love you.

I love you, too.

Bye.

Evening, ma 'am. I'm Deputy Roger Carson. Sheriff Walker wanted to see

It's kind of late.

Is there something wrong?

It's best that he tells you himself.

Do you mind taking a ride with me?

All right. Let me get my keys.

Great, thanks for coming.

What's her name? Is it Joyce or Oz?

No, Joyce, Alec, they're fine.

Well, is someone hurt?

Great, someone's dead.

Was there an accident?

Not likely.

A couple of good old boys were on their way back home. One of them takes a walk

in the woods to relieve himself.

Comes across the body, scared the hell out of him.

After looking at that body, I can see why.

How did he die?

She.

Looks like the killer held her down by her throat while he was stabbing her at

least a dozen times.

She? Yeah, that's right.

Oh, God, Amy.

You know,

Gray, that could just as easily have been Alice.

I've been sheriff here for six years, and I've lived here for eight before

And I've never once seen or even heard about anything like this happening here

before. Never.

Why did you call me?

I used to work for LAPD, Gray. I thought that, I don't know, maybe you might see

something the rest of us here might miss.

I was a sketch artist, Mitch.

I can't help you.

You need a detective.

Yeah, you're right. I just thought it was worth a shot.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry.

We have gathered here today to mourn the untimely death of one of our students.

The brutal and senseless murder of Amy Wilson is a painful reminder to all of

that no matter where we live, we're not immune to crime.

The school will be setting up a scholarship fund in memory of Amy.

and it will be given to the best senior class art students.

We pray that her soul rest in peace.

We pray and grieve with her family.

And we pray that the killer, who is still at large, will be apprehended soon

and brought to justice.

Thank you.

Alice is taking this very hard.

It'd help if you came with us.

Sure.

Give it, please.

I feel so bad. I invite you to dinner and you wind up doing the cooking.

I don't mind.

Mitch should be on his way.

Have they found anything?

Not yet.

Mitch finally called LAPD for help.

They said they're sending someone from Homicide.

Really? Who?

Home!

Watch your step out there.

Hi, sweetheart.

Honey, uh, I invited somebody home for dinner, and the guy doesn't know anybody

else, so I thought it'd be kind of nice.

You know why, do you? It's fine. I made plenty.

This is Detective King K from LAPD. Jack.

Jack, this is my wife, Joy.

Jack.

This is her sister.

Hello, Greg.

Jack.

Did you know each other?

We, uh, work together.

I better get back to the steaks.

Steaks, all right.

Can't wait to get washed up, if that's okay. It's been a long drive.

Sure. It's just down here to the left.

Did I just miss something?

Maybe excuse?

Sure, go ahead.

This is for you.

Thank you. You're welcome.

Beautiful girl.

She'll like that.

And that was a great steak.

I've forgotten how much I missed it.

Anyone for dessert?

Oh, no. No, thank you.

Greg makes a killer pie.

Sure. Why not?

So, did you, uh...

Come up with anything interesting today?

Well, Amy's cousin was supposed to drive her to the concert, but he got sick on

her. And it looks like she tried to hitchhike her way there.

Thanks.

Let's hope someone saw her get picked up.

Mmm. This is good apple pie.

You know what would make it perfect, though?

Whipped cream.

It's late.

I really need to be getting home.

Good night, Mitch.

Joyce. Good night, Greg.

Good night, Greg.

Thank

you

for your hospitality.

My pleasure.

Better check in before they cancel my reservation.

Mitch, we'll see you tomorrow.

Jack, thanks for being here. We'll see what we can do. Good night.

That went okay.

Great, Mitch.

Good morning, teacher.

What are you doing here?

Rethink.

This is a gorgeous country up here.

The air's so clean, I'm almost afraid to light up a butt.

What do you want, Jack?

Give me a say I'm sorry.

About last night.

I was a jerk.

Yeah, you were.

Well, I thought I ever seemed to agree with you.

You look good.

I'm married, Jack.

I know.

I heard.

Sure didn't waste much time now, did you?

I'd already wasted enough of that.

Ouch.

I guess I deserved that.

Nice rock.

Should have given it to you a long time ago.

Water under the bridge She'll only be here a week or so before McMaster's

me back Hopefully and come up with the lead so we can get the hell out of here

All this outdoors. He shits my temperament Yeah

Guess we'll see around what could happen

Not now.

Hey.

I brought you my brother's report.

So how are you?

I'm fine.

Mitch feels so badly about last night. He had no idea.

Yeah, I know. It's okay.

I heard he was here today.

Who told you that?

Gray, it's a small town.

Everything is a secret for about 15 minutes.

Right.

So what happened?

Nothing.

We talked, that's all.

He just had some things he needed to say, and he said them.

It's over.

Done.

Hey, partner.

How's life in the big city?

Well, clean.

I don't know.

It's starting to look more and more like someone just passed in the throw.

Yeah.

Look, tell McMaster that I should be back in a week or so unless something

breaks.

Thanks, Morty.

I'm sorry to bother you, but there's somebody over here I definitely think

should talk to.

Nice place.

You can't keep coming around like this.

What's the matter?

Afraid people are going to start talking?

They already are.

Don't worry.

This is business.

We have a witness.

A traveling salesman said he saw the dead girl talking with a trucker at the

diner just outside of town.

We think he might have given her a ride.

As far as we can tell, it was the last place you were seen alive.

No. Gray.

No, Jack.

I quit, remember?

Of course I remember.

How can I forget such a heartfelt goodbye?

Dear Jack, I'm out of here.

Sorry it didn't work out. See you, Gray.

I had death threats with more warmth.

Did it ever occur to you that I was hurting? And I wasn't! I needed

know, I know, and I couldn't give it to you my line of work.

Look, it's all in the past. It is over and done with.

Right now a girl is dead, and the killer is out there. I cannot get another

sketch artist up here for at least two days.

This guy is not going to wait around.

That is your problem, Jack, not mine.

I won't go back to that life.

You of all people should understand.

I understand.

I understand you're so goddamn smitten with this little picket fence world you

build around yourself, you don't got time to feel anyone else's pain.

Next time you bump into Amy's parents, make

sure you tell them the part about how it's not your problem.

My phone number for when it comes to your senses.

Tomorrow morning, 11 o 'clock at the station.

This is a one -time only thing, Jack.

I knew you'd come around, darling.

I almost thought you weren't going to show.

You were almost right.

Thanks, Greg.

This is the first real break we've had.

Where is he?

Good morning.

Good morning.

Gray Maxwell.

Seth Klein.

You're the sketch artist?

What were you expecting?

I don't know. Someone not quite as attractive, I guess.

You should have seen me an hour ago.

Sheriff Walker tells me that you saw something that may help him in his

investigation.

Yeah, that's what he tells me.

I was pretty far away, though.

There's not much I remember.

Well, it's okay. It's my job to help you remember.

You know, if you give him a chance, your lungs just might get used to this clean

air.

Yeah.

Two hours, huh?

Does it always take this long?

I saw the work on the guy once for twelve.

Was it worth it?

The guy molested and killed ten kids.

Two days after the sketch hit the wire, we had him in custody.

It's worth every damn minute.

She that good, huh?

Better. What about his eyes?

I'm not sure.

I think light.

Blue, maybe.

Then we'll stick with blue for now.

Think we can take a break soon?

I'm getting a little tired.

Soon.

Tell me about his mouth again

That's

him Are you sure?

Yeah

I'm sure.

Can I go now?

Yeah.

Yeah.

I'm staying at the Fallbrook Motel.

If you need anything, you call me.

You okay?

You look like you've seen a ghost.

Right?

Keep a message and we'll get back to you.

Hi honey, it's me.

I'm at a rest stop just off of Route 10.

I'm running ahead of schedule so I thought I'd call and let you know I'll

probably be back earlier than I thought.

Gray. Hi.

Well, what happened to you yesterday?

You just vanished on me.

Oh, I'm sorry. I had a three o 'clock with some parents.

Oh.

Did you get anything from the witness?

No, nothing.

He was just too far away.

Well, at least you tried.

It's too bad you couldn't get anything out of that guy.

I did my best.

Sure. Why wouldn't you?

Well, I gotta go.

I'll talk to you later.

Anywhere you like.

What can I get you?

Just coffee, please.

Anything else?

Actually, I was wondering if I could ask you a question.

You just did.

Don't mind me. I'm just a natural born smartass.

What do you want?

Were you here six nights ago?

I'm here every night, honey.

Do you remember seeing this man?

Oh, he's a regular.

But I don't know if he's here on Tuesday.

A lot of people come through here on the evening time.

Boyfriend or husband?

One second.

Running around on you, huh?

You don't understand.

Sure I do.

I was married once.

Oh, they tell you they love you and you're all they ever need.

Next thing you know, your figure ain't quite what it used to be, and he's out

diddling with some cute young waitress that ain't even old enough to drive.

If you want some advice, get yourself a good lawyer, take him for everything

he's worth, and leave him with the bills, like I done.

Don't take this the wrong way, but you're still working here.

What could you have possibly gotten from him?

Honey, you are sitting in it.

Don't beg Jim. He wasn't too smart with the ladies.

But he sure as hell knew how to run a business.

Don me.

Give him hell, honey.

a little too far with the foreplay tonight, honey.

Did you think that was funny?

Yeah, until you broke my jaw.

What are you doing here?

I live here, remember?

I broke seven major traffic laws to get back and surprise you.

Well, what happened to your head?

Nothing. I bumped it on the wheel.

Did I do something wrong?

You mean besides scaring me half to death?

I'm sorry.

Let's go pick something out of it for ourselves.

Son of a bitch.

Good night.

Good night.

What about that interrupted honeymoon?

Hi, Joyce. It's me.

Yeah, I'm not feeling very well today.

I'm going to stay home.

Okay, I will.

Thanks.

Three weeks ago.

Are you sure?

Oh, yeah.

Frank Maxwell.

He's one of my best drivers.

He'll go anywhere, anytime.

Although for the next three weeks, he said he wouldn't be making any runs for

while. Get him married, he said.

He didn't deliver any gravel for you last week?

Lady, what part of that didn't you understand? I haven't seen him for at

month. He's probably still enjoying his honeymoon, if you get what I mean.

Where were you?

He scared me.

Wait, where'd he go?

He was reading papers.

He's dead.

I talked to Joyce.

You said you called him sick today.

I did.

I went to the doctor this afternoon.

And then I went to do the papers.

Better get to bed. I've come out of class.

Heard there's an L .A. cop helping Mitch out with the murder investigation.

That's right.

Kincaid?

Wasn't he the one you were seeing when? Yeah.

Look, is there something you want to tell me?

No.

Do you have something you want to say to me?

I think so. Why?

Could not be at this hour.

Frank Maxwell?

Mitch, what's up?

Frank Maxwell, you're under arrest for the suspicion of murder.

You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say, Ken, will be used

you in a court of law.

What's going on here? You have the right to an attorney. However, if you cannot

afford one, one will be appointed for you. Do you understand?

No, I don't understand.

What are you doing?

What are you talking about? The sketch you gave him today.

Right.

You did the right thing.

I should have brought you up on charges, you son of a bitch.

Come in.

Can you use something?

A drink, baby?

You didn't quit the cute, innocent act.

You stole that sketch out of my desk.

I wouldn't exactly call it stealing.

And what exactly would you call it, Jack?

You stroll into my classroom, go through my personal papers without a warrant.

I didn't need a warrant. The door was open.

I dare you to lie on your right!

What the hell were you thinking?

You're withholding evidence pertaining to a murder investigation.

Were you high, Gray?

What the hell were you thinking?

Even in this quaint little shithole, it starts with a conspiracy.

Look.

I was just trying to protect you.

not know that for sure.

I have to know, Jack.

toes on the black line, face the mirror, fold the numbers up to the chest.

Take your time.

That's him.

Number four.

Are you sure?

Take a real good look now.

Yeah.

I'm sure.

Number four, step forward, please.

The rest of you can leave.

cars in a couple.

I usually work the night shift, but it's possibly checked in before six.

Here, take a look.

Yeah, that's the match.

It says here there were two.

All nine.

Oh, yeah. Nice looking couple.

He was with a woman?

My eyesight ain't what it was, but I'm not blind yet.

I'd like to see him alone.

Just for a minute.

Okay.

I was worried about you.

Why haven't you come by?

I had to make a trip.

To Jacksonville.

For what?

I know there was no delivery, Frank.

I talked to a foreman.

You said you haven't been into work for almost a month.

You spying on me?

How did it work?

Was she stranded?

Hitchhiking?

Did you pull up and flash her that charming smile and offer her a ride?

No.

Just like with me? Is that how it happened?

How could you believe that? That I... Don't you know me better than that?

I don't know.

Do I?

The motel manager said he saw you checking in with someone.

It was Amy, wasn't it?

No!

You okay?

I'm fine.

Gray.

Gray.

If you ever loved me, I need you to trust me now.

I did not kill that girl.

Because if you don't believe me, I don't have a reason to come out of here.

Please.

I'm sorry.

I'm all out of trust.

Gray!

About ten miles north of Jacksonville, there's a little house off the highway.

Go there.

Please.

Talk to the lady who lives there.

If you still don't believe me...

Can I help you?

Hi.

My husband sent me here to see you.

I'm Mrs. Maxwell.

Then we got something in common, sugar.

It's all mine.

Hope decaf's okay.

Thank you.

So you were saying your husband passed away?

Well, he passed on, up and left.

Frank was just a baby at the time.

He was such a quiet thing.

Shy, kind of chubby.

My fault, I guess. I was always so worried about getting food on the table.

never really did have that much time to play with him.

So his wife, huh?

Didn't even know he was seeing anyone.

He tell you about me?

He said you were dead.

I'm not surprised.

Wasn't exactly a mother to be proud of.

Frank was 12, and I was seeing this guy at work.

Charming son of a gun.

Could talk a drowning man out of his last ounce of air.

Real sweet talker.

So sweet, in fact, I let him talk me into driving the getaway car when he was

robbing the credit union.

Unfortunately, he was not nearly as smart as he was smooth.

We got caught.

Funny how he couldn't think of anything charming to say as the sheriff slapped

those cuffs on.

And you?

Fifteen years, Jacksonville pen.

Sent Frank to...

Live with my folks.

He picked me up in front of his school.

Don't think Frank ever got over that.

Fran, this is really important.

Do you know where Frank was last Tuesday?

For sure I do. He was with me.

Took me for a ride up to see my parole officer, just like he does every month.

So? So what?

So what?

She was with him the entire day, Jack.

It's his mother, Gray. I'm not letting him out on her alibi.

No, you don't want to let him out at all.

I know exactly what you want.

That is not fair.

This isn't about me and you.

He was positively identified in a lineup by an eyewitness.

And before you accuse me of anything else, I planned on talking to her parole

officer and checking out her story.

And talking with my witness again.

So if you'll excuse me, I got work to do.

Any luck?

Nothing.

Motel said they checked out early this morning.

I don't know, Jack.

I got a feeling we're not going to be finding our Mr. Klein anytime soon.

I've had no... You need a ride?

No, I've got to get to work here.

Don't stay too long. There's a bear storm coming in.

Can I take the Marty Doyle, please?

Marty, how you doing? It's Jack.

Listen.

I need you to do me a favor.

I need you to fax me a copy of the Post Malone report on the Kaminsky file.

Yeah.

Marty.

Also, why don't you run a back...

I'm Mr. Seth Klein.

Yeah, he's my eyewitness.

Jack. Marty.

What's going on, partner?

Well, your suspect's story holds up.

He did meet with his mother's parole officer that day.

What about my witness, Seth Klein?

Served time in Chino. Armed robbery. Now deceased.

Jack?

Yeah, Marty. I'm still here.

Yeah, well, it gets a lot better.

You see, he was stabbed to death in prison.

So that means the jury witness is using the dead man's ID.

Wasn't Kaminsky in the same prison?

Yes, he was.

Look at this.

He was released two weeks ago.

What? He was in prison for life.

Computer error. Walked out.

Just like that.

Great. Just great.

Why do you think you'd go after her now?

I'm never after you.

Hurry, woman.

You're just a means to an end.

Can't we call ahead?

Phones are down.

Hold on!

Hey, man.

It's just you and me now.

I missed you.

Now!

You can run, but you can't hide.

Nice to see you. Let's play a game.

Me, me, me, me, my, me.

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