The Kid Who Stole Christmas
“Its human counterpart was much less civilized, even at Christmastime.Although the experience was depressing, it made Shannon see her own situation in a different light. No matter how badly things were going, they could always get worse. She thanked her lucky stars for what was a far better life than many people would ever know.Paul hadn’t been able to leave the store, but he had helped all he could, putting Shannon in contact with some police friends of his and a good bail bondsman. Even then, it was nearing five and dark outside when Rick emerged from the holding-cell area. He signed for his belongings, had a short conversation with the bondsman, then approached Shannon where she stood waiting for him in the precinct lobby.The first thing Shannon noticed was that there was a bruise on his right cheekbone and a cut on his lip. Some blood from that cut had dried on the lapel of his chamomile-colored shirt. He looked tired and dispirited.“Good Lord! What happened to you?”Rick managed a ...small smile.MoreLess
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