The television was muted, but when the breaking news alert popped on the screen, the volume was turned up. A pretty reporter with a perfectly sharp blond bob, green eyes lit up like Christmas, was waiting in the shot. On cue, she began to speak.
“We have an update on the Sutton Montclair case. In a few moments we’re expecting a presser from the Franklin Police Department, who will be—oh, look, here they are. On time. What a rarity. I’ll turn it over to Chief Meecham, let her take it from here.”
She turned toward a bank of microphones. The chief of police, a buxom blonde with strands of gray in her hair, approached the microphone. There were several people alongside, investigators on the case.
“Thank you for coming. I’m Chief Meecham, Franklin Police. We can confirm a body was found early this morning in a wooded area off Highway 96, near Gentry’s Farm. Preliminary findings indicate we have found the body of Sutton Montclair. We will not be releasing any more details regarding the victim, including cause of death, or any other suppositions until after an autopsy is performed.
“Ethan Montclair, the victim’s husband, has been taken into custody and is being charged with first-degree homicide. At this time there are no other suspects.
“Thanks to the tireless work of the Franklin Police Department, especially Sergeant Moreno and his team—”
The television flicked off.
A smile began.