GRIPPED (Romance Mystery & Suspense Box Set) by Abbott Alex & Wilder J.S. & Adams Laurel & Rowena & Kidd Lola & Davenport C.C. & Grant Bella & Saint Nic & Blue Kaye & Grove Scarlett

Author:Abbott, Alex & Wilder, J.S. & Adams, Laurel & Rowena & Kidd, Lola & Davenport, C.C. & Grant, Bella & Saint, Nic & Blue, Kaye & Grove, Scarlett [Abbott, Alex]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: The Naughty List
Published: 2015-04-17T07:00:00+00:00

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When the police arrived at the WWMC clubhouse everyone knew it was bad news. The police don’t show up to hand out good news. Red sat at his table and Justin motioned for the police to come over to his table. Everyone gathered around to hear the news.

The police explained that a hunter found an abandoned vehicle in the Paint Creek State Forestry. The car’s license plate came back as owned by Amy Taylor. Upon further investigation a body was found in the trunk. By the picture on the flyers around town the police were sure it was Amy.

A scream filled the clubhouse as Red yelled out in anguish. Aaron began to sob and Lily took him in her arms. Justin hurried over to Red to console him, trying to stay strong and keep his own tears from flowing down his cheeks. Ginger followed Justin, worried about both him and Red. The rest of the members were stunned. They had hoped there was a chance she’d come out of this alive, but that hope was dashed.

The police gave their condolences to the family and promised to find out who did this. Forensics was working on the vehicle and gained entry into her home to look for evidence as well.

“I want to see her,” Red choked out between sobs.

“Dad,” Justin said in an effort to sway him against it.

“No! I want to see my girl one last time.”

The police explained that an autopsy was under way and that the family could see her after it was completed. Red nodded his head and wiped the tears from his face.

After the police left only whispers and sobs could be heard in the clubhouse. Justin tried to console his father, but he only wanted to be left alone. “I’m staying here tonight at the clubhouse,” he said as he walked to the office which contained a roll out cot. Justin knew better than to argue with his dad. Big Red needed to be alone right now and Justin had to give him his space.

Justin walked over to Aaron who was still crying in Lily’s embrace.

“Buddy, I’m so sorry,” Justin said putting a hand on Aaron’s back. “We’ll find out who did this.”

“Why don’t you come home with me and Connor tonight?” Lily persuaded Aaron as she wiped the tears from his face. He nodded in approval. “Okay, go get your jacket.”

After Aaron walked away, tears sprung into Lily’s eyes as she hugged Justin. Both were trying to be strong, especially in front of Aaron. When they pulled apart Lily said, “He needs a motherly influence right now. I’ll take care of him.”

“Thank you Lily. You don’t know how much I appreciate this.”

“I know you need to look after Big Red right now, so I’ll look after Aaron.” At that moment Connor walked up. He gave Justin a hug of condolence. “We’ll both look after Aaron, don’t you worry about him.”

“Thanks bud…you’re always here for me.”

“Always,” Connor replied.

Ginger stood behind Justin still stunned by what just occurred.