The Starfish Talisman by Lark Griffing

Author:Lark Griffing [Griffing, Lark]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: Wind Lark Publishing
Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 16

Are you coming?” asked Olivia, as she drug the cooler across the sand.

“Right behind you,” said Reagan as she struggled with the armload of beach blankets and a tote that was threatening to slide off of her left shoulder.

“It’s not much further, just over this last dune,” said Olivia. Reagan followed her dutifully wondering why this section of beach, which was the furthest from the parking lot, was better than the closer sections. As she crested the top of the dune, her question was answered. This part of the beach was practically deserted, expect for the small group of teenagers setting up beach umbrellas and coolers. If she looked to her left, she could see that the beach closer to the lot was full of moms and their children. The squeals of delight reached Reagan’s ears as small children ran to escape the licking waves. Although the happy sounds made her smile, she was glad that they were in a more deserted and private area.

“Hi guys,” said Olivia. “This is Reagan. Reagan, this is everybody. You know Darcy over there.” Darcy smiled, but there wasn’t a lot of warmth in it. That didn’t bother Reagan. If Darcy wanted to be a bitch, then so be it. “This is Savannah and Maria, and those two goofballs are Todd and Dale. Hey Darcy, where is Tom?”

“He had to finish helping his dad roof Mr. Rainer’s shed.” Her pretty lips were turned down in a pout. It was obvious she wasn’t happy to be without her boyfriend. “He said he would try to come out later, but if he doesn’t, it’s his loss.” She tossed her head, trying to act indifferent, but she wasn’t fooling anyone.

Olivia and Reagan set up their blanket and cooler and slapped on a generous portion of sunscreen. Darcy looked over curiously.

“So how is it going over at Willow’s house? Anything creepy or weird?” said Darcy. Olivia shot Darcy a warning look.

“I’ve settled in fairly well. I was having trouble sleeping in a new place, but now I’m comfortable and sleeping like a baby.”

“Well,” said Darcy, “I still can’t imagine living there. I wouldn’t even set foot on the place and neither would anyone else here.” She looked around for affirmation. Savannah and Maria nodded their heads slightly, but to give them credit, they did look slightly embarrassed. Todd and Dale just looked on curiously.

“Well, I spent the afternoon there with Reagan and nothing happened except I got to see inside a really cool old house. It’s full of beautiful antiques, and there is an unlimited Pepsi supply in the fridge,” said Olivia, nonchalantly. Darcy’s mouth dropped open, and Savannah stifled a giggle. The boys grinned at the fact that Darcy was speechless. They jumped up from their blankets and set up the volleyball net. Within minutes, the whole group was batting a ball around on the beach, and Reagan was content to be in the company of teenagers, even if one of them was Darcy.

Later, after munching on a sandwich, Reagan stood up and pulled on her cover up.

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