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Claws of Stone WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOUR EYES?
Dominic’s storyWhat I experienced the day before was probably the best feeling of my entire existence, but also the hardest to keep myself from going further. Although Rebecca invited me with her whole body, I had to restrain my urges and desire. The week was almost over and we had to get ready for the Treasure Awards Gala.All these days it seemed to me that Rebecca avoided me as much as she could, or maybe it was all in my imagination. But today the entire afternoon was ours. My footsteps led me to her room, and after two soft knocks, her voice from beyond the door invited me in. “Come on in” As she avoided me until now, I became aware of how much I missed the tone of her voice. As soon as I saw her, my heart started racing. She was beautiful!“Rebecca...do you think you can be ready in ten minutes?” I asked with a tremor in my voice. I wasn’t aware I had. “Definitely yes. Actually, I am almost ready,” she replied, and her voice penetrated deep into my soul. Only now did I realiz
Claws of Stone NOT AGAIN!
Rebecca’s storySomething was happening with my legs. I knew instantly that something was wrong. As soon as I woke up the day before the gala, where Dominic was dreaming of me walking in on his arm, I couldn’t feel my legs again. Then I realized that even my eyes hurt from the bright morning sunlight coming through the window. It was so intense I had to close my eyes. Maybe even try walking up to the window and closing the curtain.How hard could that be? Dominic was not here to help, but I believed I could handle it.I pulled the blanket aside and revealed my legs. They seemed numb now, but I needed them to move. I was still wondering how they listened to me yesterday as I prepared for Dominic’s surprise. Maybe I was pushing myself too hard and today was difficult to leave my bed. I was a little scared, but I helped myself with my hands and lowered my legs one by one, lifting myself up. Now came the hard part, the walking. I rested my hands on the edge of the mattress and pushed so
Claws of Stone THE GALA
Dominic’s storyIf I could stop time now, I would. How would you get out of this, Dominic? And as if divinity was on my side, even though I was an integral part of the darkness, given my appearance, my phone rang. Just the man I was thinking of.“Declan, what’s up man?” I greeted him, seemingly happier than ever. Rebecca’s eyes widened in amazement. She was waiting for my answer, an explanation that probably wouldn’t come now. She complied and took another long sip of coffee. “Dominic, I sense in your voice that you are perhaps too happy to hear me? Or is it just my imagination?” This man knew me so well. “Don’t tell me, you were about to explain something you didn’t want to...at least not now” “That’s right...you read me... Rebecca’s having some trouble. We’ll be right with you.” I may have stuttered horribly, but I was mostly right.“What kind of trouble?” The conversation was veering in the direction I wanted it to go and it seemed Rebecca would not insist. “Since the morning,
Claws of Stone SECRETS
Rebecca’s storyAs much as I wished I hadn’t heard that, there was nowhere to hide. And I didn’t expect Logan Elliot, my subordinate, to be here. Was there another undercover assignment I didn’t know about? And Dominic seemed to know him, too. It wasn’t like Logan was an actor. And the way he made his appearance made me even more confused. I almost couldn’t believe my ears. I expected the agency to investigate Tom’s death, but I didn’t expect Dominic to be so involved. How was that possible if he came to my rescue? He had time to tell me almost everything that was needed. Tom was an outlaw and now I found out something connected Dominic to him, too. Somehow, I had to continue the conversation with Logan at another time. I needed to know more. But a lie was a lie, and it was there. And the worst part was that Dominic admitted to me that Tom had died even though I didn’t remember, but he didn’t confess to knowing him somehow. “Is everything okay, Dominic?” Logan was testing his temper
Claws of Stone REVEALING
Rebecca’s storyOut of the corner of my eye, I caught him following me. I was sure the storm was about to break. For all I knew, I could confront him, letting him know that hiding things from me wasn’t the smartest thing he’d ever done. I could have forgiven him anything and everything, but just the thought that he had such a dark and hurtful secret that intrigued me and kept it that way was something that I didn’t think I could forgive. This was such a serious thing involving so many issues and he refused to tell me. He deliberately hid everything from me. So much sadness and regret nestled in my heart that if he continued to pursue me, he would surely wish he had never met me.I was not a vindictive person, but this was about the lie, the agency that would probably suffer, and me falling in love like a total fool. Good lord, he could have said I really loved him. Because yes, I could now say I loved him. It really hurt me a lot the way he handled it, the fact that he hid everythin
Claws of Stone I AM ALL EARS
Dominic’s story“Hey, man, you got some free time?” I turned to Declan, probably the only one close to me who could advise me at this point. Especially since he’d discovered things about Tom, too. Declan knew about my alter ego and also knew about my other life. So, a chat with him was most welcome. I also considered that he deserved to know my entire history. All about Tom and what he had to do with my family. He didn’t deserve to be kept in the dark, especially since he was my friend. I could have talked to Nick, but he was out of the country. “For you, always,” he returned my answer, but a little more worriedly. Maybe the tone of my voice had changed too, and that was definitely after my last conversation with Rebecca. “If you’re on shift, I’ll leave you to it, and talk to you later.” “No, it’s not a problem. Actually, I just finished my shift so we can talk. Do you want me to come over?” “I hope you’re not just saying that...” He would often do it just to be there for me. “
Claws of Stone WHAT ARE FRIENDS FOR?
Rebecca’s storyI was so hurt. If the wound was physical, I could have healed it, but it was deep in my soul and it hurt like hell. And the worst of it was that there was no healing. I urgently needed someone to be near me. And I didn’t mean someone from the agency. I meant a loyal friend that I missed. I wondered if she was in town? I was so happy when she answered on the first call and recognized my voice immediately. It had been so many years.“Samantha…” That was all I could come up with. The excitement was so strong that it drowned me.“Becca? Is that you, love?” I had missed that sound so much. I was instantly choking back tears, so Sam kept talking. “Darling, I know it’s you. Please talk to me or you’ll worry me,” she continued to speak to me in the same worried tone. Finally, I could say something. “Sam... yes, it’s me... and I need you. Please tell me you’re in New York.” Samantha was a travel fanatic, so it would be a genuine miracle if she were here. She spent a lot of
Claws of Stone STAY OUT OF MY LIFE!
Rebecca’s storyToday I decided it was time to resume one of my old habits. Especially since I hadn’t done it in a long time and my muscles were fading, not to mention my physical condition. Around my house was a small, dense forest where I used to run in the early hours of the morning before the attack. That’s exactly what I was preparing to do now. I suited up, put my headphones in my ears and confidently set off slowly into the woods. From the very first running steps, my legs felt it. It was to be expected. Don’t despair, Rebecca, things will get better, I kept telling myself with each step. But as I went further into the woods, my body, which was no longer in shape, failed me. I found a bench and rested for a few minutes. I struggled to believe that I couldn’t run at least one mile. No, I couldn’t give up that easily. I gathered all my remaining strength and set off again. Only this time, everything around me went dark. I was struggling to stay on my feet, but it was no use. Th
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