Chapter 179

On the way to the kindergarten, Beckett got a call from the school. Someone was causing a scene at the gate, claiming to be Chris's dad and Madeleine's boyfriend. Causing drama at a kindergarten? Seriously? "What happened, Mr. Beach?" Madeleine noticed his dark expression and asked quietly. "Nothing. I've got this." Beckett didn't explain, just pulled into a parking spot near the entrance. Madeleine stared blankly at the crowd packed around the gate. "What's going on today?" "Guess someone's got a death wish." Beckett tugged at his collar, shrugged off his blazer, tossed it in the car, and unfastened his watch—all in one smooth, ready-for-action move. Madeleine sucked in a breath. Was he actually about to get into a fight? "Mr. Beach!" she hurried after him, trying to stop him. "Where's Madeleine? Tell her to come out and face me!" the man was shouting. "What's happening?" Olivia made her way over when she saw them arrive. "Do you know that guy?" Madeleine shook her head, totally confu