Staking Their Claim by Rebecca Airies

Author:Rebecca Airies
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: romance
Published: 2018-10-04T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Twenty

Penny rubbed the stiff muscles in her neck. After a long day at work with Griffin, a quiet night at home would be good. Apparently, Ethan and Dawson had different plans. Cloth bags sat on the floor at Ethan’s feet. What are they up to? He looked like he’d just gotten home from work. His shirt was partially open and he still wore light gray slacks.

“Did you stop at the store?” She shifted on her feet. None of the bags looked too full or bulky.

“No, peaches, I didn’t.” Ethan strode forward and hugged her. “It’s good to see you again, even if it was only hours ago.”

“I missed you, too.” She leaned into Ethan. “Well, since they’re sitting there and you didn’t go to the store, I’d guess Dawson didn’t. Are we taking them somewhere?”

Her heartbeat slammed against her chest. Maybe that wasn’t such a good idea. They’d stayed home while she recuperated and there hadn’t been an incident at all.

“Peaches, you go to work and back during the week and every other weekend.” Dawson rubbed his hand on her shoulder. “Are you afraid to leave the house?”

“It’s probably not a good plan. The last few times we’ve left, someone’s either almost gotten hurt or did get hurt.” She swallowed to clear the lump in her throat. It was irrational, but they could be hurt.

“Peaches, we know the stalker’s there. John’s investigating leads from the last attack, although, he won’t tell us more than that. We’re going to stick to the plan. Keep vigilant and watch for a mistake. The man will make one. We don’t let him control our lives.” Dawson tightened his arm around her.

Ethan framed her face in his hands. “Caution isn’t bad, but we won’t let this bastard rule our lives, because of a couple incidents. We’ll live and you’ll have fun.”

“I don’t want any of you hurt, again.” She ran her clammy palms down the pants of her scrub set. “Or anyone else. If he tries something, anyone close to us could get hurt. Bren’s still recovering from that dislocated shoulder.”

“Peaches, we can’t guarantee anything, but we’ll fight him. And we’ll win.” Dawson eased in behind her and wrapped his arms around her. “Do you believe that?”

“Yes.” She licked her lips and nodded.

“What was that? It was weak. I couldn’t understand it.” Dawson tightened his arms.

“I said yes. Now, where are we going?” She wriggled and tried to turn. His arms banded around her waist, holding her in position. Stubborn cat.

“I think we should make you wait until we get there.” Griffin strolled in and picked up the bags.

“And sometimes, I think you might have a better life if you were neutered.” Penny glowered at Griffin. Those bags didn’t appear to hold much.

Dawson and Ethan laughed. She turned to Ethan.

“No need to get violent, peaches. We’re going swimming. You love swimming.” Ethan grasped her hands.

“You swim?” She raised her brows. Mags had never come with her. “How did you know I love swimming?”

“Maggie told us that you go every chance you get.

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