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Authors: William W. Johnstone

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It means, ‘search your heart.' ”
You speak German?”
Yes. I can get by in the language, although I'm a bit rusty in it.”
Tammy swung her gaze back to the swamp.
I hope they're O.K.”
Yes.” Linda's reply was gently stated.
So do I.”
Search your heart,” Tammy said softly.
Wow!”
 
Crazy son of a bitch!” Jon yelled at Karl. He was clawing his .45 from leather.
What in the hell . . .?”
Contain your violent actions,” Karl said calmly.
And look behind you before you start hurling insulting epithets in my direction.”
Jon looked. Two dead Links were slowly sinking into the sluggish waters. He looked back at Karl and slowly removed his hand from the butt of the .45.
I thought—”
I know what you thought,” Karl said.
I was watching their wake, waiting for them to surface. I chose not to tell you about their approach; you're so excitable in such matters.”

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