Rescued by L.P. Maxa

Author:L.P. Maxa
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: contemporary romance, 8 heartwarming stories, an anthology about rescuing dogs in need, complicated lives, finding you new best friend, forever homes for abandoned dogs, happily ever afters for people and dogs, love comes in many ways, saving each other, who rescues who
Publisher: Boroughs Publishing Group

THE CRISIS

Amelia was having a good day. First the kiss in the morning, then a great run. And now an ice cream in the park. The afternoon sun was shining, kids were laughing and playing on the playground equipment, and parents hovered nearby with picnic baskets, blankets, and books. She’d rekindled friendships with folks who lived in Mystic and she got to see once or twice a year. And she had a dog that was a lovable goofball at her side. Chaos gazed at the ice cream cone lovingly, hoping for drips.

The ice cream was delicious. She could taste the fresh blackberries and vanilla used in making it. Good thing Nick’s Ice Cream Shoppe wasn’t located in Denver. Nick would give her store real competition. She sent a text to Roman telling him where they were, then strolled around enjoying the beautiful day.

To her surprise, Roman stepped out of a car that had pulled into a spot by the park. He smiled and waved at her, then reached in to get something.

Amelia turned to head in that direction, but Chaos didn’t follow. He stood planted at the end of his leash. She couldn’t budge him—he was simply too big. She was about to scold him, but she noticed his hackles rose, and his attention riveted on the trees at the edge of the park. A low growl rumbled in his throat.

“What is it, boy?” She scrutinized the copse but couldn’t see anything.

As if cued by Chaos’s growl, Mal and a tall man ran into the park at the far end. She recognized him as Trask Sinclair, a well-known novelist who had moved to Mystic about a year ago. She hadn’t met him yet, but she’d heard he had the ability to communicate with animals. That would be an interesting power. However, neither looked happy.

Chaos charged on the end of the leash and tugged it straight from her hands. The dog dashed across the grass.

“Chaos,” she yelled and started after him.

At that moment, a bear emerged from between the trees.

Roman reached her side and shouted, “No. Chaos. Come back.”

As if in slow motion, Amelia watched the scene unfurl. Parents ran for their children. Roman started after Chaos. Mal and Trask were trying to reach the bear. She was sure people were shouting and even screaming, but it seemed that all sounds were muffled somehow. The surreal quality of her perception kept her frozen to her spot. Then she moved.

She ran after Roman. “Roman, don’t. You can’t fight a bear.”

Chaos had stopped in front of the beast and barked wildly. The bear hesitated then rose on its hindquarters. Chaos circled the creature, baying the whole time.

The bear roared and Chaos lunged. With a single sweep of its paw, the bear scored three gashes into Chaos’s side. The dog yelped, then collapsed to the ground.

The bear dropped to his front feet and took a step toward the dog.

“No,” Roman cried. He waved his arms, and flames engulfed him. From the top of his head to his feet, fire consumed him.

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