Dark Secrets (Thriller)

Chapter 9

Few days before his flight, Neil took a walk in the city park, admiring the beauty of the Wenner. It wasn’t wrong to admire the city one last time, was it? His hands were fixed in his pockets and his mustache tickled him due to the breeze.

“Hey!” He heard a female voice say behind him. Neil followed the direction of the voice and smiled at Ruby. She waved her arm at him with familiarity. Perhaps Neil was wrong. People could recognize him without his coat.

“How are you doing, Ruby?” He greeted.

“Surviving I guess,” she said. “My mother hasn’t been herself lately.”

“Why is that?”

“It’s still about Melanie. She can’t get over her.”

Neil avoided her stare.

“The detective will help with that…”

“You aren’t doing anything about it?” The lady asked with shock.

“Do not get me wrong. I am not involved in the case anymore. Detective Morrie is good at her job. I am sure she will find the killer for you,” he tried encouraging her.

“Why not you?” Ruby looked disappointed. Her eyes sparkle