"I reckon I can trust you 

I've taken Gabe's word" 

The Mayor said, shaking hands 

With the sheriff, he continued.

"Fame does travel fast 

 You shoot first and 

ask questions later 

that's what I've heard."

The Mayor patted his belly 

As they sat around the round table 

Their meal was ready 

And was served quickly.

The diner was empty 

Hastily arranged for the meeting 

So that the mayor could tell his tale 

Without any distraction.

He explained his visit to County 

To ask the Marshall for helpas 

Land had paid off sheriff

Wiseto make up fake bounties.

Together they threatened the folks 

and slowly bought off properties. 

The sheriff and the deputies from BG 

Would help that was the Mayor's hope. 

CG sat opposite the Mayor 

 Listening in disbelief 

Trying to swallow her peas 

Unable to feel relief.

The Mayor leaned in 

 to pick up his glassa 

bang sounded on the street 

CG slumped over with a gasp.