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The Undisputed Champions of Texas, Part 12

Posted on July 4, 2022 by Austin

Champ stared at Tex in stunned silence as he weighed the secret his friend had just revealed. “Your parents were murdered?” he finally asked.  “Why is this the first time Champ is hearing about this?” Tex shrugged and slumped slightly … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing Santa, Part 10

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Austin

They drove in silence, which would normally have been perfectly fine with Bruno, but not today. “Out with it, Kid,” he demanded as his eyes remained focused on the road. Wally stared dreamily out the window like he was suddenly … Continue reading →

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The Spare Bedroom, Part 10

Posted on December 11, 2021 by Austin

Becky really loathed going to the grocery store since Jake’s indiscretions. Shopping had been an enjoyable task before then.  It had been an opportunity to connect with neighbors and customers, to plan new menu ideas for home and the diner, … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 21

Posted on September 25, 2021 by Austin

“How did you track down this guy anyway?” Wally asked Bruno as they walked along the river path on their way to the chess boards. “Good old fashioned detective work.  You should try it,” Bruno quipped. “Not so easy to … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 20

Posted on September 18, 2021 by Austin

Detective Bruno smiled as he started down the path to the river walk.  Perhaps he smiled because it was such a beautiful day.  Maybe he smiled because being there reminded him of his rookie year on the force, and the … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 19

Posted on September 11, 2021 by Austin

They were all flabbergasted by Bruno’s revelation.  A silence came over the booth as they digested what he had just told them. “What do you mean he knew he was dying?” Wally finally broke the silence. Bruno smiled smugly and … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 18

Posted on September 4, 2021 by Austin

Maggie McGee’s was always packed after dinner, but Bruno had used his pull with the owner to secure a booth in the back corner of the establishment. He sat across from Wally and ADA Ambrose.  There was a half full … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 17

Posted on August 28, 2021 by Austin

The Real Estate Offices of Miles Fitzpatrick were located in the tallest glass building on the other side of the river. Most residents thought of that side of the river as the good part of the city.  Detective Bruno did … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 16

Posted on August 21, 2021 by Austin

Detective Bruno knew his way around the station house so well, that he could walk with his head down, and his mind on a million other things, and still find his way to his desk without incident. Anyone stupid enough … Continue reading →

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The Vanishing Corpse, Part 15

Posted on August 14, 2021 by Austin

Bruno’s face lit up, and he took in a deep breath of fresh air, as he led Wally down the path that led to the river walk. “What are we doing here?” Wally asked in confusion. “You got something against … Continue reading →

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