The Soul of Archer by Michelle Kee

Author:Michelle Kee [Kee, Michelle]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2018-12-30T16:00:00+00:00

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Lance drove the black Navigator down the twisted road. He had nearly forgotten just how beautiful North Carolina was. He glanced over at Alora as she stared out the window taking in the scenery. Already his mind was planning all the places he wanted to take her. New Bern topped the list followed by a ride on his boat, The Phoenix. Of all the small towns he had always loved going to, New Bern was at the top of his list. It was like Austin; artisans, musicians, food, it had it all.

“What’s that over there? Behind the fence?”

“That would be Camp Lejeune. My parents place is just past the back gate.”

“Wow, I never realized it was so big. When I came here with Ryan and Jacquie, we didn’t come out here. We stayed near Onslow beach.”

“There are some nice beaches on base. I’ll see what we can do about seeing them while we’re here.”

Alora looked over smiling, “I’d like that.”

He reached over, took her hand and lifted it to his lips. He had never considered himself one of those guys that would show PDA’s but with Alora he couldn’t seem to stop himself from touching her, kissing her, hell just holding her, and he didn’t give a rat’s ass who saw. He finally understood what Ethan and Krista, as well as his own parents must feel about each other. A thought suddenly creeped into his mind. Was he falling in love with Alora? He pushed the thought away for the moment when he turned onto the hidden drive that lead to his childhood home. No sooner had he put the SUV in park, the front door opened, and his mom stepped onto the wide wrap-around porch.

“Well, what are you waiting for Lance? Go say hi to your mom.” Alora insisted.

He didn’t need to be told twice. Lance killed the engine and climbed out. The second his mom saw him; her face broke into a huge smile and she was running down the porch steps toward him. Lance met her half-way and caught her in a hug when she leapt into his arms, laughing and crying at the same time. Lance hugged her tight, turning her in a small circle before setting her back on her feet.

“Oh Lance, I can’t believe it. Why didn’t you tell me?” Carmen Archer demanded happily.

“I wanted to surprise ya ma.” Lance smiled.

Carmen wiped her eyes, then spotted Alora. “Well, now who do we have here?”

Lance looked back and signaled for Alora to come over. “Mama, this is Alora St. James. Alora, my mama, Carmen Archer.”

“It’s nice to finally meet you Mrs. Archer.” Alora greeted.

Carmen looked up at her son, before looking back at Alora. “Welcome Alora and call me Carmen.”

Alora’s eyes widened when she found herself wrapped up in a tight hug. Giggling, she returned Carmen’s hug. “Thank you. Carmen.”

Carmen released her, then looped her arms with one of Lance’s and one of Alora’s. “Now then, let’s get you two inside and settled. Then we can go out on the back deck and have a nice visit before Alex gets home.

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