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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
Claws of Stone MY DEMONS
Dominic’s storyFrom the moment Rebecca left, she called me one more time and confirmed that she was just coming by to pick up her ID. She said she would need it. I was okay with that, just that I didn’t really want to stand in her way when that happened. Just the thought of her being in the company of that troglodyte Logan was throwing me off my normal rhythm. All my life I had avoided letting the wolf out of my body, but now it was too much. It’s getting out of control again. To free myself, I decided to let him loose at least for a few hours. There was nobody around anyway. And I was boiling inside like the flames of hell.Then it started. My bones cracked, my jaw lengthened, revealing my sharp fangs. Then the claws and slowly my body got covered in black fur.He was out. I ran wild and aimlessly. It wasn’t so late, and the couples were already out for their evening walk. The dark forest looked like a ghost. I was trying to avoid the alleys because I didn’t want to meet people or
Claws of Stone THERE WAS SILENCE
Dominic’s storyI was about to make the biggest mistake of my life. But I couldn’t control myself. I knew Rebecca was there, soaking in the hot water, as droplets trickled down her luscious body. The body I dreamed about day and night. It had brought me to the brink of madness. There was nothing clean left in my thoughts, and I cursed myself for letting things get this far. I intended to call Declan, but I couldn’t seem to dial the number. The demons inside me had a life of their own. They couldn’t be contained. They had to be fed.I ran my hands through my now sweaty hair, chasing away all the guilty and sinful thinking I had about her. She was so pure that I wouldn’t allow my mind to wander in that direction. Despite all our short history, I was one hundred percent sure she wanted me as much as I wanted her. Therefore, my rational side said I should do this in an easy and humane way. But what should I do with the beast waiting to surface, stalking like a predator? She was a fragile
Claws of Stone SOMETHING WASN'T RIGHT
Rebecca’s storyI just got home, but I shouldn’t have gotten in his shower. I didn’t even know Dominic was home. He told me he wouldn’t be. I called Logan as soon as I got out and postponed the meeting. I called Sam instead. She arrived at the same time I did.“My God, Becca, what happened to you?” she asked me worriedly, seeing me arrive with wet hair and totally confused. I didn’t answer her anything, but walked shakily towards the door. I barely unlocked it. I left the documents on the dining room table and Sam followed me quietly. With a towel, I soaked my hair a little and immediately made two coffees. The storm Dominic stirred up inside me was giving me a hard time breathing. I was devastated and hurt at the same time. But if I was to be honest, I never felt fear during what happened. On the contrary, I experienced the most consuming desire ever. I just knew he would not hurt me. He loved me. Even without telling me the three magic words, I could sense that. And the whole time
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