Chapter 5

Jack’s hand locked in a death grip around his phone.

The air in the bullpen seemed to instantly vaporize.

"What did you say?" His voice was as dry as sandpaper, his eyes wide with shock. "Where did you find it?"

"An abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of LA," the CSI Captain replied. "Agent Harrison, the scene is a bloodbath. You need to get down here."

The call ended. Jack’s massive frame swayed slightly.

He opened his mouth, but it was like an invisible hand was crushing his throat. No sound came out.

Behind him, a flicker of panic crossed Anna's…