The Man She Married

Two days later, Morris announced he intended to go to Edwardsville.

Tailing him wasn't hard. The women had planned ahead and borrowed a non-descriptive LTD from Franco's brother, who ran a used car lot. It was Wednesday. The track ran a daily double on Wednesdays and a quick review of the racing programs pulled out of Morris's car proved he consistently attended all Wednesday races. A call to the track confirmed the last race usually ended around seven. At six, the women pulled into the track parking lot and circled until they found Morris's car. Two rows over, they located an empty parking space and waited.

Being a police officer's wife had its advantages. One was understanding the importance of taking detailed notes during a stake out. Worst-case scenario, good notes now would help Franco build a strong case.

At seven-ten, Julie spotted Morris exiting the track and looking for his car. He made an obvious scan of the parking lot before he opened the door to his car and got in. Julie started the LTD's engine as Kelly kept an eye on Morris. Following him out of the parking lot and onto the highway was a piece of cake but staying out of his rearview mirror took a bit more concentration.

Half an hour later, they passed the road sign announcing the Edwardsville exit. Morris took a left at the top of the exit and then a quick right onto the outer road. Julie and Kelly stayed as far back as they dared, but with the falling darkness, they were concerned with losing him.