The Sin of Moloch by Andrew Gordinier

Author:Andrew Gordinier [Gordinier, Andrew]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2020-03-30T22:00:00+00:00

Chapter 18

“For the last time, I’m not screwing around with John!” Deanna shouted loud enough that Radha could hear her clearly in her cell.

“Why should I believe you?”

“Why should you believe some magical jackass of a kidnapper? This is what he wants, this is what he needs, to keep us turned against each other. That way, he never has to worry about us working together, use your brain girl!”

“I am using my brain, and there must be a reason John never let us meet.”

“Yeah, but I knew about you, and you knew about me. It’s not like John was keeping secrets from anyone except me. Tell Deanna about magic? Naw, she doesn't need to know, she’s just messing around with the raw code for it and in danger of melting her brain! Why would I want to screw someone so willing to endanger my life!” The sounds of pounding accompanied the yelling this time.

“Excuse me, ladies.”

Radha went to the window in her cell door and saw the nameless woman standing in the hallway between their cells. “Please, you have to help us.”

“If I help you to escape, or try to escape, I will not be allowed to live. You are invited to breakfast, I’ll give you both a few moments to make your selves presentable.” The woman did not move, she simply stood there, waiting for them to announce that they were ready.

Radha went into the small bathroom and looked in the mirror. Her hair was clinging to the remains of her long ponytail, but it clearly needed to be washed and re-braided. Her eyes were red from crying, and the dark circles under them made her look sad and helpless. She checked her teeth in the mirror and was pleased that least there was nothing stuck between them. Radha straightened her clothing, splashed some water on her face, and declared herself ready for their next encounter with their captor.

Stepping into the hallway, Radha was pleased to see that Deanna didn’t look any better. Her hair was matted, clothing rumbled, and her appearance was not accompanied by a sharp remark. Silently the three walked down the hallway to the elevator and waited mutely as it crept upwards. Radha took a moment to examine the nameless woman more closely. She was a creature that Radha couldn’t understand. Her hair and makeup were perfect, if excessive, she seemed to be wearing a lot of foundation and concealer. Radha had always favored a minimal approach to make up, as much to save time as anything else. The doors opened, and as the woman stepped forward, Radha saw something that gave her pause. There was a spider web of scars that ran from behind the woman's ear. More scars ran along her hairline, and down the back of her neck. Radha glanced at Deanna and pointed meaningfully. Deanna nodded and quickly pointed to the back of the woman's legs, she was wearing a skirt that came down to her knees, leaving a network of scars visible on her legs.

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