The Fledgling: A Novella (Mind Sweeper Series Book 2) by AE Jones

Author:AE Jones [Jones, AE]
Language: eng
Format: epub, azw3
Publisher: Gabby Reads Publishing LLC
Published: 2014-10-13T07:00:00+00:00

Chapter 9

Jean Luc drove toward the gym, and Talia sat in silence, letting her thoughts percolate. She and Susanna had discussed quite a few things during their short time together, and Talia was still trying to process it. But she couldn’t hope to make sense of it all now, especially since she was more concerned about why Jean Luc appeared as contemplative as she did.

“What did you and Adam talk about?”

He glanced over at her then just as quickly went back to watching the road. “We spoke of the murders, and I asked for his opinion of who the killer might be.”

“And?”

“And he agreed with Misha. The two demons, Cassandra Williams and David Townsend, are the most likely culprits. He said they both behave strangely from time to time, as if they have a secret.”

Talia shrugged. “Isn’t it true for all of us? We don’t tell humans what we are. We all lead double lives.”

Jean Luc slowed and pulled to the side of the road. “Yes, we do. But we do not have to hide from other supernaturals. These past five years have been even more difficult for you because you have hidden from us as well. You do not need to do so any longer.”

She nodded, turning away to blink back the tears. Damn, she wouldn’t cry.

“Talia, look at me.”

She swiveled slowly in the seat.

“I, too, was turned against my will.”

She sucked in a sharp breath but remained silent, sensing that if she said anything he might not continue. He stared at his hands for a moment, seeming to collect himself. When he met her gaze again, his dark eyes were bleak and almost black with pain.

“Do you know any vampire history?”

“Only what you have told me.”

“Vampires have been around for millennia. For the most part, they have avoided exposure to humans. It is less messy that way. But there was a time when discord amongst the vampire elite sparked a civil war. Fighting was brutal, and humans became collateral damage.” He swallowed hard. “My small village was destroyed.”

Her chest tightened. “Your family?”

“My wife and son were killed.”

Oh, God. “And you?”

“I was turned. Forced to become a soldier in a vampire army destined for destruction.”

She wanted to reach for him, to pull him close and comfort him, but she knew her proud vampire did not want that. He was baring his soul only to help her. “How horrible. I’m so sorry.”

“And I am sorry for what happened to you, but it is in the past, and we both must move forward. Do not let the bastard who turned you control your future.”

He was right. She had closed herself away from everyone because of what one being had done to her. She had three options: continue to hide, shrivel up and die, or embrace what she was. The choice was obvious. She would hone her skills and learn to protect herself in this new supernatural world. She would be ready and able to face anyone, even the SOB who had turned her.

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