Wednesday Story Day – AKA – Hump Day

~ John W. Howell

Hump day

 

It is Wednesday Story Day again. Last week we witnessed Seth promise some gossip to Alice. They left Lucas’ floor to go to the cafeteria for a cup of coffee. Alice was ready for information as evidenced by her closing line, “Lead on Seth. I never turn down an offer of a cup of gossip.” We should join them at their table in the cafeteria.

“Are you sure that’s all you want is coffee? I’m buying.”
“I’m sure, Seth. I would like to get to the information you promised.”
“Okay, but you have to promise me you won’t say anything to Lucas or anyone else. If you do, it might compromise my investigation.”
“I promise. Even though I’m dying to hear what you have to say, don’t you think you should keep the information private if it will mess up your investigation?”
“Normally I would agree with you, but in this case, I want to make sure you understand why you are dealing with and be careful.”
“I appreciate that. You know best.”
“Okay, so remember I told you about the pharmacist.”
“Yes, I remember. Something about anxiety drugs.”
“Correct. Seems your boy Lucas had a history of taking those drugs.”
“Many people do. What does that prove?”
“On top of the anxiety medication, I found out Lucas’ sister was a druggie.”
“Now how did you come to this information?”
“The pharmacist called me and gave me the entire family background.”
“Now why would he do that?”
“Well, it appears he more or less looked the other way when there were some questionable prescriptions. He tried to explain about having trouble meeting his financial obligations.”
“Who were the prescriptions for?”
“They were written in the name of the father and mother, but the pharmacist believes they were really for the daughter.”
“So he is coming clean why?”
“He thinks I’m going to find out anyway and he wants to co-operate in case there are any charges.”
“Will there be any charges?”
‘“I really don’t know yet. I could inform the DEA, but I don’t have enough evidence. I need to go to Kenosha to take his statement and read him his rights. Hard to do on the phone.”
“When you leaving?”
“Later today. That’s not all he said though.”
“What else?”
“He gave an opinion on where the daughter can be located.”
“Where is she?”
“He thinks she is still in the area. He believes she is in a grave on the outskirts of town.”
“Oh my God, Seth. Did he kill her?”
“He hasn’t said anything about that. I really need to see him in person.”
“Don’t you need to notify the locals. Kenosha is not in your jurisdiction.”
“I know that, Alice. I’ve got a guy talking, and it will be his word against mine if I don’t get a formal statement on tape. Once done then I can turn it all over. My interest is to see how much involvement Lucas has in all of this.”
“Seth you are so transparent. I still think you are jealous.”

 

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Published by John W. Howell

I have been working in business for over forty years and now have the time to work in special areas of interest. My passion has always been to create compelling stories of fiction. I have authored six novels and am working on my Seventh. The first novel is still in manuscript form and being utilized as a door stop in the laundry room. The second is a contemporary fiction novel of 89,000 words and is complete and I am currently seeking a publisher. I also write poetry but have not had the guts to share any with anyone. The one time I read a piece to a person their only comment was, “it doesn’t rhyme.” I will continue to write and hopefully my blog, Fiction Favorites at www.johnwhowell.com will provide some entertainment and an interesting thought or two. I live in the Austin area with my wife Molly and an assortment of loving pets.

40 thoughts on “Wednesday Story Day – AKA – Hump Day”

  2. Uh, oh. Graves are showing up now. Alice better be careful. Seth really shouldn’t have told her. She doesn’t seem to me to be very trustworthy. I especially hope she doesn’t tell Lucas. I like the cartoon at the top. 😀 — Suzanne

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  6. Poor old Lucas – first he’s chased by two cougars, and now he’s being investigated by a grumpy old man! Great story, John!

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  7. Jealousy is a strong motivating force. Still, seems like a trail of bodies. Now I have to wonder it Lucas stumbled into this place or if he’s on a mission. Dang, John. You’ve left me asking more questions…again.

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  8. Love the cartoon…It sets the stage for the story, which now has become a thriller – what a surprise! LOL Great writing, John. 🙂

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  12. I agree with Alice. I think Seth is jealous, too. BUT, somehow I still keep feeling like Lucas is the victim here. Guess we’ll just have to wait and see. Another great segment, John!

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  14. Groan… just got pulled into a do-nothing meeting and told to attend in person. So I needed this to brighten my lunch break. Thank you John.
    Hmmm…. I’m wondering if Seth didn’t blab to Alice just because he knows she’ll “leak” the information to someone else. There might be more depth to Seth than is apparent.
    I love how this could go in so many different directions. Hugs.

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