Mason (Striking Back #2) by S. M. Shade

Author:S. M. Shade [Shade, S. M.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Amazon: B00ZDT5A1M
Publisher: S.M. Shade
Published: 2015-07-02T23:00:00+00:00

Chapter Nine

Evie

Cody is quiet in the back seat of Mason’s car as we head toward the doctor’s office. Mason gives me an anxious look, obviously unsure what to say to him.

“After the doctor, we’ll go have some fun,” I say, turning to smile at him. “Do you like to go to the movies?”

His little shoulders rise and drop. “I’ve never been.”

“The mall has a movie theater,” I tell Mason. “Maybe you two can catch a movie while I find him some clothes.”

“Sounds good to me.” Mason glances at Cody in the mirror. “They also have a Chuckie Cheese. We can play video games.”

Cody’s eyes light up. “I like video games.”

He seems happier, running to join another little boy who’s playing with blocks as we take a seat in the clinic’s waiting room. Mason cocks an eyebrow at me. “He adapts fast. I’d have been terrified to be left with strangers at his age.”

“I imagine he’s used to it.”

“I’m going to strangle that bitch.”

“Get in line.”

Cody doesn’t complain as the cheerful female doctor examines him. “What’s that for?” he asks when she swabs his mouth for DNA.

“We just need to check your spit.” She throws us a tight smile before leaving the room.

“Why are they checking my spit? I’m not sick. I promise.”

I nod at Mason when he glances at me. He’s a smart kid and he’s going to hear it talked about. “They can do a test to see who your parents are, who you’re related to.”

“It tells them who my mom is?”

“Yeah, buddy, and your dad.”

Two sets of identical blue eyes regard each other for a long minute before Cody asks, “Are you my dad?”

Mason runs a hand through Cody’s hair. “I don’t know, but we’re going to find out, okay?”

“Okay.”

They’re interrupted when the doctor returns. “Is he my dad?” Cody instantly demands, and her face floods with sympathy.

“We won’t know until tomorrow, honey.”

Cody nods and asks, “Can I go play with the blocks?”

“That’s a good idea. We’re going to talk to the doctor for a minute, then we’ll go,” Mason says.

“Is he okay?” I ask as soon as he’s left the room.

“Generally, yes, he’s healthy, but there are a few issues. He’s underweight and considering his history, I’m concerned he may not have been vaccinated. You need to try to locate those records if they exist.”

“I’ll find out,” Mason assures her.

“Also, he has an advanced infestation of head lice. I can give you a shampoo, but it’ll take multiple applications, and you must remove the eggs. With boys, it’s sometimes easier to just shave their head. It’s your decision. I’ll give you a spray you need to use on any furniture, blankets, or pillows he’s come into contact with.”

Just the thought has me scratching my head, and the doctor laughs. “I doubt you’ve been infected unless you used the same comb or pillow. Head lice is common in school age children. He’ll be fine. I’d like to see him back in a few weeks for a weight check and vaccinations.

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