Author's Name: Red

Title of Story: Innocent

Type of Story: AU

Rating of Story: PG 15

Characters in Story: F, J, Fe, L, OC

Warnings: Innuendo

Plot Blurb: In the sequel to "Guilty", Joe Hardy has been arrested and charged with murdering the man who raped his fiancee, Vanessa Bender. If he cannot convince his brother, Frank and father, Fenton of his innocence, and enlist their help in proving it, he could face a sentence of life in prison…and possibly the death penalty.

Splash Page: Frank leaned back in the seat and closed his eyes. He felt the burning sensation start and willed himself not to cry. When he and Joe had officially joined their father's practice, he had forced himself to accept the fact that one day he might very well lose his brother in the "line of duty". Their work was dangerous for all of them and even though Joe had grown and matured, he still had the impulsive streak that, more often than not, got him into trouble. Frank had thought of life without Joe on occasion, to try and prepare himself should the unthinkable happen. In his worst nightmare, the scenario he was facing now never once entered his mind and he found he was completely unprepared for it.

Special Notes: While this is a continuation of "Guilty" and it will make more sense if you have read that story first, it is not absolutely necessary. Once again, thanks to Joe (hbwgonnabe, Joyce) for all your help and encouragement. You are the BEST, my friend!!