A team is ready to execute a search warrant on Otiss house the second the stay is lifted, he told her.

Excellent, she replied. By the way, Hannahs going to need undercover cops watching her at school today for reasons Ill explain when we talk in person.

Speaking of in-person conversations, check in with Jamil when you get to the station. He has some updates for you.

When Nurse Patty came to relieve Nurse John, Jessie and Hannah left too. Ryan was still asleep so Jessie asked Patty to call when he woke up so she could say good morning.

Our plan for your school day is being revised, she told Hannah when they were in the car. Well be making a pit stop at the police station first. Ill explain everything soon.

Once they arrived at the station, everything happened in quick succession. She pulled up in front.

Were here, she texted Decker.

A minute later he and Detective Parker emerged and hopped in the back seat of the car. Jessie made the two-minute drive to Nickel Diner, where shed had so many heart to heart conversations with Garland Moses. But this visit would be different.

When they walked in a server ushered them to the secluded banquette in the back corner, one that Decker had called to reserve. All three law enforcement professionals were equally paranoid that the police station wasnt safe for extremely sensitive conversations. And after their multiple chats in the courtyard, Jessie noted that she was worried that someone might have even placed a listening device out there. The hope was that moving quickly and unexpectedly, they could stay ahead of prying ears.

Give it to us quick. I dont know how long we have, Decker said as soon as they sat down. He pulled out a small box and placed it on the table. This is a high frequency blocking device. It should offer some temporary protection.

Jessie dived in, giving the basics of Hannahs story while simultaneously sending Decker and Parker the audio recording, license plate, and photo of Elodie Peters. She mentioned the planned meeting with Ricos boss this afternoon. Parker, her head down, furiously took notes the whole time. When Jessie finished, the detective spoke quickly.

Heres what I recommend. Based on your request to the captain earlier, we already have two undercover officers lined up for the day, one male and one female. Theyre both experienced in high school environments. Were already coordinating with the school for at least one of them to be in each of Hannahs classes throughout the day. The other will tail Elodie.

Wont that seem suspicious to her? Hannah asked. Two new kids showing up in her classes?