Genes by Mary Ting

Author:Mary Ting
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Vesuvian Books
Published: 2020-06-16T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Twenty-Two — Confused Brooke

Ava

Brooke’s jaw slackened and she almost keeled over. “No way. You just dumped a whole load of soap-opera fantasy crazy shit. I can’t wait to meet everyone. I think I love the kids the most.”

“They are adorable, brave, and they act their age.” I rolled my eyes. “Do you need help standing?”

“Nope.” She slowly slid off her butt. “I got this. I’m an ISAN assassin.” She put up a finger and halted. “No, not ISAN. I’m a kick-ass rebel soldier now. I need to get back in shape so I can go out in the field with you all. I’m not going to be happy sitting around waiting.”

“Let me help you.” I linked my arm with hers and accompanied her to the medical room.

Brooke dragged her feet at first, but when her legs became steadier and her steps more confident, I released her.

“Tamara.” Brooke’s happy voice ricocheted under the alcove.

“Brooke.” Tamara raced toward us and almost knocked Brooke over, holding her tightly with tears in her eyes. “You gave us such a scare. We almost lost you.”

Brooke pulled back and rested her hands on Tamara’s shoulders. “I know. I’m sorry. But you should know me by now, it’s what I do best.”

They both giggled.

“Come. Meet the others. They’re waiting for you.” Tamara tugged Brooke along.

“I’m such a superstar. I love all this attention.” Brooke’s excitement was infectious.

You are a superstar, Brooke. Don’t you ever forget it.

Rhett waited by the entrance and gave Brooke the warmest smile. “Hello Brooke. I’m Rhett.”

Brooke’s cheeks colored slightly pink. “Oh, hello there. You are Rhett. You are my hottie Rhett,” she said as if she couldn’t believe he stood in front of her. She shoved a hand to her mouth. “I meant not my hottie, but Ava’s hottie. It’s so nice to finally meet you.”

“Same here.” Rhett’s smile grew wider. “We are so relieved you are well.” He squeezed his arms around her briefly and let go.

Brooke, all smiles, pointed at Rhett. “I think we’re going to be friends.”

I snorted. Such a Brooke thing to say. “Stop gawking at my man. Meet our squad.” I pointed as I named them. “This is Naomi, Cleo, and this is Reyna.”

Naomi smiled and shook Brooke’s hand.

“It’s nice to meet you, finally.” Cleo gave her a hug.

“Hi. Glad to see you on your feet.” Reyna gave Brooke a once-over.

Not as friendly as I’d hoped she would be, but Reyna had a reserved personality. She had been that way with all of us at the beginning, so I didn’t judge her.

Ozzie stood in the corner with his hands behind his back and his head lowered almost as if he were shy or trying to avoid us.

“Oz. Remember my friend Brooke?” I escorted Brooke to Ozzie.

Ozzie slowly lifted his head. When Brooke and Ozzie locked eyes, neither of them said a word. They stood there, lost in each other. No one else existed, it seemed.

Then Ozzie’s chest rose and fell with a soft sigh. His eyes twinkled and his lips tugged at the corner.

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