Gone Unnoticed: A Kate Reid Novel (The Kate Reid Series Book 3) by Robin Mahle Read Free Book Online Page A

asked.
    “It was a late night.” She retrieved her tablet and placed it on her desk.
    “That’s what happens when you’re pulling double duty.”
    “Looks like we can get started now,” the instructor said as he surveyed the room. He turned to the interactive screen and began to write the words “Forensic Evidence.”
    This was what she’d been waiting for. Kate had some knowledge on this subject after having worked in evidence collection for more than a year and the graduate program at UCSD, although that had been cut short.
    As the instructor began, Kate noticed a marked shift in Will’s body language. He was sitting further away and his books rested so far at the edge of table, they just might fall off. His legs jutted out the side, almost into the aisle. His wasn’t a particularly tall man, only slightly above average, but that still meant he surpassed Kate and her five-foot-six-inch frame. She wondered if Jocelyn had been right. It had been some time since she’d seen that look in a man’s eyes, but Will had it the other night while they were studying. It hadn’t been her intention to give him the impression she was ready to start some kind of relationship. Not to mention the fact that they were colleagues, trainees, and that would only make matters more complicated.
    Kate was not here to meet a man. She was not here to do anything other than become an agent.
    “We’re going to review the following information for tomorrow’s assessment,” the instructor began. “First, you’ll need to understand how ViCAP works and what its uses are, as well as CODIS and, finally, you’ll be given the parameters of an actual case file and will need to understand the use of these programs, including NGI, and how these databases impact the agent’s ability to see to a successful prosecution.”
    This was something she could wrap her arms around with ease. She’d had the experience and knowledge of such programs and it filled her with a renewed confidence. Maybe she had earned her spot here after all.
    It was this confidence that made the time pass with record speed. She’d breezed through the subjects and was ready for more when the instructor started to wrap up the session.
    “That’s it for today. You’re all free to go.” He shut down the video and began to pack up his files.
    “I’ll see you later.” Will moved quickly to leave.
    “Reid, can I have a word with you?” the instructor asked.
    Kate grabbed her bag and walked to the front of the classroom. Most of the other recruits had already left. “Yes, sir?”
    “I’m sure you are aware that I spoke with Agent Scarborough.”
    “Yes, sir.”
    “There’s a chance that if you are able to be of value in the case he and Metro Police are working on, and we can arrange for extracurricular training with regards to the tactical teams, we might find an agreeable resolution. We both agree that there are extenuating circumstances here and it would be a shame for you not to see a satisfactory completion of the training as a result. That being said, you will need to make up for every hour that you miss and bear in mind that it should be kept to an absolute minimum in any event.”
    “Thank you, sir. I’ve already been working closely with Agent Scarborough on the issue and have discussed how we might approach the problem. I appreciate your assistance and I’ll be the first one to tell you that I intend to pass that segment of the training.” Kate paused for a moment. “Is there anything else, sir?”
    “No. You may leave.”
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    The paper target was moving towards her as her instructor approached. Kate removed her safety glasses and pulled the headphones from her head.
    “Nicely done, Reid.” He pulled the target down to examine it and then turned to Kate. “Remind me not to piss you off.”
    Six shots, three in the center, two in the head, and one just outside the X.
    “Thank you, sir.” The partial grin on her face was hard to