Addicted in Cold Blood by Tiana Laveen

Author:Tiana Laveen [Laveen, Tiana]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Fiction, Romance, Science Fiction
ISBN: 9781482789706
Google: 6VdNmgEACAAJ
Amazon: B00BV1X5V8
Publisher: CreateSpace
Published: 2013-03-17T00:00:00+00:00

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Xzion watched Jayme make her way toward the crowd. People looked at her and smiled. Some even introduced themselves.

Damn, she blends right in ... a regular people person.

Dressed in a bright red festive sweater and snug jeans on ample hips, a woman made her way to the center of the room amongst plastic gray chairs assembled in the shape of a circle. Her dark brown hair was pulled back in a ponytail, showcasing her attractive features and small golden hoop earrings that glinted under the low overhead lights. Xzion sniffed the air—various perfumes and the scent of coffee and cocoa mingled together. People took their seat, while he stood cautiously to the side, observing from a safe distance.

“Come join us,” the pecan-complexioned woman offered. “We have two guests here, everyone. My name is Renee Coleman. I’m a nurse and drug counselor. I’ve been running these meetings for nine years and counting. Visitors,” she glanced over at Xzion, “you don’t have to tell us your stories, unless you want to, but we do want to have an introduction as to why you are here. Everyone needs to feel comfortable.”

There is that damn word again...

“This is a safe haven.”

Shit. What name would Jayme give? This could turn into a disaster. We didn’t discuss this beforehand...

He’d allowed his emotions to get the best of him—something he wasn’t aware that he even had, and now, she could blow the whistle.

Don’t make me have to kill all these people, Jayme...

He shot her a threatening glance, but she seemed to be oblivious as she stirred her cocoa and joined the group, taking a seat next to a man with sleepy green eyes and disheveled reddish brown hair. Xzion remained off to the side, regretting allowing this to happen. Jayme turned and waved to him to come sit by her. He briefly hesitated, then did so uncertainly. Soon, he was sitting so close, she’d barely be able to move if she’d wanted. It didn’t matter to him, he wasn’t parting from her. Renee took a seat, and the chatter quieted.

“Okay everyone.” She patted her thighs then leisurely crossed her ankles. “No need for long intros. I hope everyone had a good day yesterday. I’m so glad you all could come. First, let’s get our guests to tell us a bit about themselves, and then we’ll begin.”

“Hello everyone.” Jayme smiled sincerely, immediately jumping into the conversation. “My name is...Claudia. I saw the sign. My friend and I were just passing by, and wanted to come in because someone I love very much is a drug addict.”

Xzion shot her a look of confusion. He had only been half paying attention; now, he was all ears.

Someone she loves very much? Who?

“So, sometimes, I think I need to hear what you all go through, so I can keep focused, keep grounded.” Several people nodded in understanding.

“And, this is your friend?” Renee looked at Xzion and offered an earnest smile that he didn’t want to reciprocate. He hated the way she looked at him, all warm and motherly.

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