The Game Changer by Iona Morrison

Author:Iona Morrison [Morrison, Iona]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Contemporary, Suspense, Paranormal, Fantasy, Military/Cop, Mystery/Cozy Mystery, Small Town
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press
Published: 2016-11-05T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter 17

It had been a strange day for Jessie. Dinner was okay because everyone was there. Her conversation with Matt was strained and almost non-existent. She decided to sleep in Sadie’s room. She needed to be near her grandmother. Her earlier fight with Matt and his concerns were weighing heavy on her mind. A hit man? She didn’t even want to go there. Then there was William Mallory, unstable and out to get her. She had read some of her old news archives and had seen his picture. Once she saw him, she remembered the incident. He was scary. She must have buried it deep, trying to forget it.

She could hear Sadie’s nice steady breathing. Sound asleep. The earplugs tucked in her ears kept the sounds of the night out, including Jessie’s restlessness. What a trouper she was, always so dependable, caring, and selfless. Jessie didn’t like to think about the fact that because of her, both Sadie and Katie could be in danger. She would have to do everything she could to keep them safe. Matt would help her. She frowned. She hadn’t treated him well, either.

Grams and Gramps had had their share of rough times in the beginning, too. Overall, theirs was an incredible life together. No more pouting. Grams wouldn’t let her get away with it, not even for a moment. She wouldn’t care if she stood her ground and stood up to Matt, but she wouldn’t like the fact that she’d given him the silent treatment. So what are you going to do about it, Jessie? She got out of bed, pulled on her robe, and went out into the living room. He wasn’t there. She finally found him sitting in a chair in the courtyard.

“Why are you awake?” He watched her walk toward him.

“I wanted to talk to you.” She bit her bottom lip, moved a chair closer to him, and sat. He looked tired.

“Before you say anything, let me.” He reached over and grabbed her hand. “I’ve been thinking, and I’m sorry for jumping on you earlier. You had no way to know I was coming back to get you. I was a pain.”

“I’m sorry, too. I was pouting and giving you the silent treatment.” She bit her lip again. “But, I’m not sorry for calling you out on how you treated me.” She smiled at him.

“I need to learn a few things about being in a relationship, I guess.” He grinned at her. “The truth is, I’ve never known a more beautiful woman inside and out. You’re kindhearted, Jess, and I hope you’ll always stay that way. This business has a way of making one jaded.”

“I need to learn a few things, myself.” She tried to free her hand as she stood up. She found herself on his lap instead.

“Let me just hold you a minute.” He gently pushed her head down on his shoulder. “I don’t like it when you’re mad at me.” His hand stroked up and down her back. “You’re my girl, and I’m happiest when I’m with you.

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