A Lady of the Realm by Sharon E Mamolo

Author:Sharon E Mamolo [Mamolo, Sharon E]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Romance, Paranormal, Vampires, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Paranormal & Urban, Demons & Devils
ISBN: 1470141035
Amazon: B006KJHWJ2
Publisher: Sharon E Mamolo
Published: 2011-12-10T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Fourteen: A Visitor

Taking Peaches out for her nightly stroll had come to be a pleasant chore. Who’d of thought? I also came to know many of the animals around the city. Unbelievable how many squirrels, coons, possums, nutrias, foxes, and skunks lived in the city. That’s not to mention the usual suspects of cats, dogs, and various birds. There was always a cacophony of conversation around me when I strayed outdoors.

Generally, I ignored all conversations swirling about from the furry retinue. I moved without purpose tonight. Sasha was on my mind. Sasha was always on my mind. It was a little over two weeks until summer solstice. It was inexcusable that someone should approach me without warning.

“Didn’t think you’d live long after Lilith found out you were playing with her property.”

I settled my feet down on the pavement and peered into the misty evening night. He seemed to be in his forties, but I instantly categorized him as an elf and knew that appearances were deceiving. This was the first time anyone, other than Malachi, had approached me. I wasn’t sure if he was friend or foe but decided that all should be treated as friendly enemies. I tilted my head slightly as I studied my unexpected visitor.

“What may I do for you?” Polite and direct, that was the way to go. For nearly immortal beings, they acted as if everything was a waste of time. This guy was stressed out, as I gathered from his tense stance and glittering lilac eyes. He looked around the street expectantly, his foot tapping in agitation. His mousey brown hair hung in damp tendrils as if he just got out of a shower.

“Nothing for me,” the stranger said smoothly.

“Who are you?”

He gave me a deep bow. “Fredrick McIre, m’lady. You’ve grown into a beautiful young thing. Do you enjoy your animal friends?”

He didn’t mention a House name. That was odd. Most people wanted you to know exactly who you were dealing with. It was always good to throw out who’d be on your ass if you had any questionable ideas.

“What do you want?” I delved into my pocket for the phone, just in case. Sasha was my panic button. As my Lord, and soon to be ruler, he was the person to call if I was in trouble. I could open my mind and give a mental shout out now, but I trusted the phone more. There was a reason this guy was here; I just had to ask the right question.

He clasped his hands and rocked back and forth on the balls of his feet. “You have to claim your title; you’re the heir to the DeDe line,” he said, his aura oozing with dishonesty.

“I know who I am. Why do you care?” I asked concentrating on his response.

He sighed. “The DeDe witches were the best at what they did. That’s why they were eliminated. Politics, you know.” He shrugged his shoulders as if murder was an everyday occurrence, which it was from all accounts.

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