Next, Williams nodded to Rena, whose face seemed thinner than he recalled. “Detective Bryant, welcome to the briefing. First time? Should we go around the room and introduce ourselves? I’ll go first. I’m the Unit One commander who is always wondering where the fuck his technical detective is.” At this, some chuckled. The detective’s absenteeism had become somewhat of a running joke.

       Rena smiled, but lowered her head, blushing. “Introductions won’t be necessary, sir.” “Good, Detective. Have you made any progress on the Diedre Incident?”
       “Well, I’m early in my investigation, to be honest, but I don’t believe Diedre Smiley killed herself of her own accord.”
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