Chapter 17

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Chapter 17#Emily dashed up to Zach, hearing Nellie’s words, but unable to see over the heads of the crowd. She grabbed his arm to get his attention. “What’s happening? Is it Jake?” “Yes, and Mrs. Cashman’s got a shotgun stuck darn near in his belly! Quick, run back and get the marshal. I’ll try to detain Jake and keep anyone from getting hurt.” Emily whirled and pelted back down Allen Street to the marshal’s office. Fortunately, he was still there. “Hurry,” she cried. “Jake McEuen’s at Mrs. Cashman’s. I think he’s trying to take Mary Ann away. Nellie has her shotgun, but I’m not sure she can stand against him. Za—Mr. Tremaine said he’d try to hold McEuen until you get there.” Even before she stopped for breath, the marshal got to his feet, strapped his revolver around his waist and jo

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