“And the protective order went permanent on Tuesday.

Guardianship through the county, custody to the aunt.

It’s finished.”

“Peoria, then.”

“Peoria.” Wayne tapped the edge of her monitor once.

“Pendelton called the front desk this afternoon.

He wanted to know if you were planning to file anything civil against his client over the statements he put in writing.”

Claire picked up her yellow pen, put it down, and lined it up with the clock.