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Post by margaret1234 on Aug 19, 2009 5:23:26 GMT -10
Well Mich certainly has been looking hard at how she can improve her lifestyle.....so well done to her. And Horatio seems very happy with the result so far. Hope it lasts.
So what is happening in the Stacey case........have the parents been investigated yet?
Nice Chapter Lucy. Margaret
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Post by NV Oracle on Aug 19, 2009 9:16:23 GMT -10
Very good, Mich. Yes, I'll agree that the barn, and your livelyhood is important, but not over that of your family. Priorities just needed to be readjusted(sp?), that's all.
Very well done, Lucy.
Can't wait to see what happens next.
Your friend Oracle
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Post by gonsy on Aug 19, 2009 9:41:23 GMT -10
Nice chapter! I love the image of Horatio relaxing on a beautiful beach!
Gonsy
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Post by Dr. Anna McBreadle on Aug 20, 2009 2:58:51 GMT -10
Mich really is trying to improve her way of life! well done Mich! now for the case in hand at the lab! what have the team found out about the parents??? i still think that there is something dodgy about Stacey's dad! great chap! luv sam x
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Post by lucymalta on Aug 20, 2009 3:21:10 GMT -10
So.. How is H's work day...?
Enjoy
Lucy
Chapter 33
Horatio walked into Alexx’s lab, a puzzled expression on his face. The call he had received from the ME while he followed up a lead had tweaked his curiosity. She was carefully sponging down a body on the table and he noted that she had two others judging by the covered forms further into the room.
Glancing down, recognition crossed his face, “Is this our DB from Saturday night? Did you find something?”
Alexx looked up and gave a soft smile, noting how relaxed the CSI boss was that morning, “Good morning to you to Horatio, did you have a good day off?”
Horatio blushed slightly and gave a soft smile, “Mich and I took the girls to the beach…”
Straightening up, the ME grinned, “Was about time you two switched off.” Her voice softened slightly, “How’s Mich doing?”
Horatio’s smile widened, “Better… The nightmares are going away, she’s more relaxed, hasn’t lost her temper in weeks…”
“But you’re still worried.”
Horatio sighed, his voice dropping slightly, “She’s completely rejected certain parts of her character… I don’t know if it’s the right way to go… I’m worried that…”
Alexx interrupted, understanding his concern, “You’re worried that something might happen for those negative traits to be triggered and come back even stronger.” H nodded before Alexx continued, “Horatio, knowing you are there for her has given Mich the confidence to take this path – it may seem drastic – but it’s like a junkie going cold turkey.”
“It is the hardest way, but if it works – it will mean that though aspects of her character may return, she will always be able to control it.”
“and if it doesn’t?”
Alexx’s head dropped, “Then you’ll have to decide if you still want to be part of her life – and she yours.”
H fell silent for a moment, pondering Alexx’s words before returning to the subject at hand. “So tell me about our DB.”
Alexx stood up from her chair, “This is larger than we thought.” Moving to the second table she folded back the cover, “This is the DB that Calleigh and I were called to this morning – time of death, approximately 3.30 am.”
She moved to the third table, “This was left to me by our night shift colleague – apparently he had a drive by shooting to sort out and asked me to do this one.” She remained silent as H looked closely at the third body.
“Time of death?”
“Approximately 12.30 this morning.”
Horatio looked up, his eyes narrowing. “We have three DB’s all killed between midnight and 5am on a Saturday and Sunday night.”
Alexx finished his thoughts, “All within the same area of the city and all with their throats cut in the same manner. I need to investigate further, but judging by what I can see, all with the same or a similar blade. Still think this is a gang fight?”
Horatio frowned, “Either a turf war, or serial killer. Possibly a vigilante. Thanks Alexx, I think I’ll go have a chat with Frank.”
Walking into his part of the lab with yet another puzzling case on his mind, Mich’s change of character still worried him a little – he was still getting used to the ‘new’ Mich – as did the Stacey Keaton case. His team had researched her parents carefully and apart from finding out that Carl Keaton was not her biological father, they could find nothing suspicious. Horatio knew he was missing something – but could not work out what it was.
Stepping out of the lift, he was grabbed by Ryan. The young CSI had a wild look in his eyes that made Horatio curious. “What’s up Mr Wolfe?”
“You have a visitor H, well… actually two… They’re waiting in your office.”
Horatio nodded his head and continued down the corridor. When he arrived at the door he could see what had caused Ryan to be so perturbed. Sitting across from his desk were two teenagers. One, looking scared and a little nervous hiding her face, the other with a big welcoming smile.
“Kyra? Why are you here sweetheart? You should be at school.”
The young teen jumped up to give him a big hug, “I brought my friend along to speak to you – I told her you could help.”
Horatio was bemused, “Help with what?”
The older teen moved her hand from her face, “Kyra has been saying for the last week that I can talk to you Lieutenant Caine. Can you help me?”
Horatio sank slowly into his chair as he finally came face to face with Stacey Keaton.
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Post by sanne on Aug 20, 2009 3:27:47 GMT -10
Seems to me you gave me a little preview of tomorrow's chap, Lucy....when I posted my reply I found another chapter had been posted while I was reading and witing my reply..... ;D So......Kyra and Stacey know each other.......let's find out HOW they are connected . Sandra
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Post by pinkyster on Aug 20, 2009 3:32:00 GMT -10
OH my, so Kyra knows Stacey? What a nice twist. So Stacey is unhappy. Kyra did the right thing. Now this should be a big key in this case and hopefully Horatio is able to close it soon and get Stacey to safety if she really needs it. But is she afraid of her parents or is she really in a cult? Hopefully Alexx's talk with Horatio will help him a little. He does seem to stressed. Great chapter Luc.
Jen
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Post by Dr. Anna McBreadle on Aug 20, 2009 3:57:10 GMT -10
holy **** was the first thing that came out of my mouth when i read that last sentence! so why is Stacey so upset after all of her friends that the team had spoken to had said she seemed happier than she normally is??? and how is Kyra connected?? i hope she's not involved with a cult, that wouldn't do Mich's mind any good! she did the right thing trying to convince Stacey all week to go see Horatio. we will have to wait and see what happens! great chap! luv sam x
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Post by celticgirl39 on Aug 20, 2009 5:07:09 GMT -10
Excellent story so far! Looking forward to the next chapter.
So many great stories on here it will take awhile to reply sometimes, but need not fear, I will...
Celticgirl
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Post by margaret1234 on Aug 20, 2009 5:41:25 GMT -10
Now this is a surprise, Kyra knowing Stacey Keaton. Really interested to know how this is so. And initially this must be a bit of a shock for Horatio, it certainly seemed to be for Ryan. I don't think Kyra is in anyway linked to a cult, other than just someone being a friend to Stacey who is...but is Stacey' problem linked to the cult....not sure. Seems just a bit too obvious to me at the moment. Great chapter Lucy.
Margaret
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Post by NV Oracle on Aug 20, 2009 10:06:10 GMT -10
Terrific chapter, Lucy.
With Alexx being Mom. She's the only one who could give that advise to H. Kyra is not in the cult, she's too close to her Mom and H, and to down to earth to be in one, but how does Kyra know Stacey? It's good that she's talked Stacey into coming to talk to Horatio. Yes, she can trust him, and yes, he can help.
Terrific chapter, Lucy. Can't wait to see what happens next.
Your friend Oracle
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Post by lucymalta on Aug 20, 2009 20:57:17 GMT -10
Hi girls, just to let you know that my PC is visiting my computer tech today..... I got hit by a virus last night and I want to get it checked. Hopefully I should still be able to post a couple more chaps, cause I have most of the story on my pen drive (which was NOT linked to my PC when the virus came in). Unfortunately i'm not sure how much I can post.... if anything... So I might just be taking an enforced break here.... Lucy
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Post by deborah on Aug 21, 2009 2:42:41 GMT -10
Sorry to hear that Lucy. We will be waiting patiently for you to get the situation resolved. Hope that your tech can find the problem nd fix it for you.
Deborah
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Post by pinkyster on Aug 21, 2009 4:37:12 GMT -10
Don't worry Luc, we are patient. Hope all is quick and painless for your computer LOL. I so hate viruses. Hopefully it will be nothing serious.
Jen
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Post by Dr. Anna McBreadle on Aug 21, 2009 5:50:48 GMT -10
viruses always have this nasty habit of spoiling our fun! esp stopping you from posting up what happens next with Kyra and Stacey and how they know each other! what a way to leave it! oh well, thats life i suppose!
hope your computer is feeling better soon! luv sam x
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