A Ripple of Fear (Fear of Dakota #1) by J. M. Northup

Author:J. M. Northup [Northup, J. M.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Amazon: B00MUEK5I6
Publisher: Creativia
Published: 2014-09-01T23:00:00+00:00

All hell broke loose when we walked into the kitchen. Everyone had already made it back to the house. Our absence, it seemed, had been just long enough to give them time to worry. Chris quickly made his way to my side, grasping me by the shoulders while he gave me a quick inspection. When he didn't find any physical damage, a look of relief replaced that of concern and he leaned his forehead against mine. I shut my eyes, enjoying his nearness.

My mother noted Rae's disposition immediately and rushed to tend to her. My mother drew Rae down the hall and into my room, shooing my sisters away so they'd have privacy. I knew that Rae would confide in my mother, completely divulging all the details of her relationship with Alex. This was something Rae would never dream to do with her own mother, but my mom had a way of making people feel safe, even with their most precious secrets.

I was thankful that my mom was there for Rae. I felt like she was much more capable guiding Rae through this difficult time, though I knew I needed to leave Chris and go to Rae's side. Even if I couldn't say the right things or anything at all, Rae would want me to be close. She'd find comfort in my presence just as I always did in hers.

I squeezed Chris's wrist and shot him a humorless smile. He gave me a slight nod, kissed me tenderly, and then rejoined my family. They had all returned to their spots at the kitchen table and resumed talking in subdued tones. I didn't bother to listen in order to know what they discussed. Instead, I headed towards the bathroom.

When I entered the latrine, I grabbed a roll of toilet paper for Rae. I knew she'd need it to blow her nose with and that a wet wash cloth to wash her face would be appreciated. It was small considerations, but they'd give her more comfort than she'd had before.

After I delivered them, I returned to the kitchen in order to fetch a cup of chamomile tea for her. I knew that this would not only calm her, but that it would mildly sedate her allowing her to able to sleep. The world always looked better after a good night's sleep.

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