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to you, as well.”<br />

“I understand, Your Honor.” He tried to keep his<br />

voice level, but apparently he failed.<br />

“What is it you think you understand?” Hutchinson<br />

demanded.<br />

“Merely what you told me, sir.”<br />

The man continued to stare at him. “No. You think I<br />

wish to fix the blame for Jennifer Berson’s murder on<br />

those who destroyed my home.”<br />

“You did just tell me that they were guilty of both<br />

crimes.”<br />

“Because they are! This isn’t a matter of vengeance!<br />

It’s simple logic!”<br />

“Yes, Your Honor. And if my own logic leads me to<br />

the same conclusion, I assure you I won’t rest until<br />

these men are punished.”<br />

“I think I see,” Hutchinson said. “Perhaps you<br />

would like me to hire you, too. For a fee, you can find<br />

my silver and my money. Is that it?”<br />

Ethan bristled at the insinuation, but he kept his<br />

voice even as he said, “No, sir. I only work for a single<br />

client at any one time. If you need to hire a thieftaker,

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