North Carolina Boundary Lines Drawn on an Oak Desk

these logs, they will find a reason to suspend you.”

“I am the county map clerk,” I said. “My job is to protect the integrity of the local registry.”

“They can replace a clerk in twenty-four hours,” Don said, his voice dropping to a low, resonant cadence. “This is a state-level play, Clara. Investigating this could cost you your job, and your pension.continue reading …