QUOTE : Let’s just call it an adjustment of priorities.” Nick saw no reason to beat around the bush about<br />this next part. Pallas was a good guy, and an excellent agent. “There’s more. You and I both know that<br />Davis has been thinking about retiring. I told him today that when that happens, I’d like to be<br />considered for the special agent in charge position. I wanted you to hear it from me first. Thought you<br />might be eying the job, too.”<br />Jack considered this. “I’ve given it some thought,” he admitted. “But politically, I doubt it would<br />go over well if the special agent in charge of Chicago and the U.S. attorney of the same district were<br />involved in a personal relationship.” His expression was one of pride. “And since Cameron got there<br />first, it looks like I’m adjusting my priorities, too.” He paused. “Plus, I hear that people think I’m<br />cranky.” He rubbed his jaw, musing. “Not sure why that is.”<br />“Maybe it’s all the brooding and glowering.”<br />“No one complains when you break out the don’t-fuck-with-me face.