Chapter ONE - Weebly

of agreement between Thomas Hutchinson and Samuel
Adams.”
“You’ve spoken with Samuel?”
“Yes. James Otis and Peter Darrow, as well. Do
you know them?”
Apparently Church found the question amusing.
“We’re acquainted, yes.” His tone said much more.
Ethan thought it likely that Benjamin Church was allied
with Adams and the others.
“I found it interesting,” Ethan said, “that Mister
Darrow should help Mackintosh escape punishment for
one death, and then accuse the man of complicity in
another.”
The doctor’s shrug was noncommittal. “Peter
knows Mackintosh better than most. And I, for one,
trust his judgment in such matters.”
They stood eyeing each other for another moment.
Then Ethan forced a smile. “Well, good evening,
Doctor. Thank you for your care and your time.”
“You’re welcome, Mister Kaille.” Church nodded
to the minister. “Mister Pell.”
Ethan and Pell left the house and started walking