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Chapter 9: Détente – part 3

A repetitive buzz nudged Teague from slumber. Alarm clock, he realized, but was too sleepy and sated to do anything about it. Then the device silenced. The sudden quiet woke Teague some more. He stretched, and sore muscles reminded him why he was so damned tired: Addison. Purring, he reached physically and mentally for his [...]

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Chapter 9: Détente – part 2

Addison hesitated a few steps from Myers’ door. The prat hadn’t ogled her once, which left her disappointed. Her reaction and the fact that she hadn’t wanted to leave just plain pissed her off. Turning to face the door, Addison considered what she’d do if she teleported past it. She’d likely catch Myers off-guard, so [...]

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Chapter 9: Détente – part 1

Addison hesitated outside of Myers’ quarters. She didn’t want to see the prat. Speaking with him resulted in an argument more often than not, and the arguments upset Jake. But Jake’s well-being spurred her to press the door chime. A full minute later Addison felt Myers’ mind touch hers. She’d expected the fleeting contact, which [...]

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