The Price of Knowing: A Powers of Influence Novel (The Powers of Influence Book 2) by C. B. Haight

Author:C. B. Haight [Haight, C. B.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Added Touch Publications
Published: 2013-10-20T04:00:00+00:00

Chapter 18

Collett and Cade woke early and carefully made their way through Delphene’s home. They reached the kitchen, and the warm scent of pastries assaulted them. The rich smell made Collett’s stomach grumble.

“Mornin’ Cherie. It’s good to see you about finally,” Delphene said happily as she sifted powdered sugar over beignets resting on the center island counter.

Cade snatched up one of the sweet pastries, took a generous bite, and hummed with pleasure. “Delphene, you’re still amazing,” he complimented and then easily finished it off. Picking up another, he passed it to Collett.

Cynda entered the room and squeaked with joy at seeing her friend out of bed. “Collett! I’m so glad you’re okay. We’ve been so worried,” she said, embracing her.

Collett watched Rederrick come in while she returned Cynda’s hug, and he smiled at her. Then, in all seriousness, he stated, “Try not to do that again—whatever it was—at least until you can control yourself a bit better.”

“I didn’t mean to scare you all. I’m sorry I did. You’re right, I lost control of it,” she replied sheepishly.

He nodded. “You’re alive—and so is Jenny for that matter, so I’ll thank you for that.”

She nodded in kind.

Cynda released her. “You’re alright then?”

“Yes, I feel—” Collet began, but when a tremor of fierce emotion passed over her, she faltered.

Footsteps echoed on the tile floor behind her. She didn’t need to look to see who it was. She could feel him, and she cringed inwardly from his outward animosity directed mostly toward her. Everyone went quiet, and steeling herself, Collett turned to face him.

He looked upon her, and seeing the tick in his jaw, she held her breath, unsure of what was expected. He was clearly out of his element in such a gathering, and he was extremely uncomfortable being around her. She waited while long, drawn out seconds passed, and no one uttered a sound. The silence was so complete a needle hitting the ground would have been jarring. At last, with uncertainty in his eyes, he simply turned and walked away.

Desperation clawed at her. “Jarrett,” Collett called to him pleadingly. He stopped and tilted his head slightly, showing that he thought about answering her, but he didn’t look back. Cade placed a hand on her shoulder, whether in support or protection she couldn’t tell. When she said nothing more, Jarrett went outside. The front door echoed throughout the house as it closed behind him.

Cade squeezed her shoulder gently. “I’ll go after him,” he said, moving to follow.

“Non. He needs space, mon ami,” Delphene said, stepping into his intended path. “From all I have been told, it must be hard for him to look upon her and not remember. Allow him the room for now, oui?”

Cade clenched his jaw the same way as Jarrett did moments before, indicating he didn’t like the suggestion. He felt a light slap on the back as Rederrick came over. “Give him a bit of time, Cade. He’ll come back.”

Reluctantly, he finally offered a tight nod of agreement.

“Okay

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