Chapter 29: Came Up Empty

Stefan hesitated, glancing at Anya. The tension around her eyes told him how much this mattered to her. Still, he wasn't about to take on her problems right now. He waved her off. "I've got urgent business. We'll talk about your issue when I get back." With that, he left with Solomon and headed for Scurr Villa. On the way, Stefan pulled out his phone and called James. He got straight to the point. "Chief Heyland, I need a favor. I want to examine the crime scene at the Scurr Villa myself, and...