I have to go back to the gym tomorrow to find out more about the blond, not to mention try to find Billy. I ask what Lyle found out about Ursula in order not to have to think about returning to the gym. Mirabelle did a search on Ursula because she loves doing research, and… Continue Reading
Plaster of Paris; chapter seven, part three
Besides, I need to wait for Mr. Jenson, as he’s on my list of people to interview. I doubt very much I’ll get anything substantive from him as he’s a cagey man, but I owe it to Paris to try. I have a hard time believing that he drove or flew from San Diego to… Continue Reading
Plaster of Paris; chapter seven, part two
I wander around the gym, engaging random people in conversation. No one working out, of course, because that would be in violation of club rules. Besides, I know how I’d feel if someone was pestering me as I was trying to do my reps. However, there are quite a few people just milling around, looking… Continue Reading
Plaster of Paris; chapter seven, part one
I turn to the computer where there is an email from my sister. More blathering about her wedding and what I must and must not do. Suddenly, it doesn’t seem so important, and I delete it. There’s also a nice email from Vashti just saying she’s thinking of me and to call her when I… Continue Reading
Plaster of Paris; chapter six, part three
“It’s your turn to go in, Rayne,” Mrs. Jenson says softly. I struggle to my feet and stagger into Paris’s room. He hasn’t changed from the last time I saw him. The officer guarding him must be getting used to the sight of me because he doesn’t bother to poke his head in, just angles… Continue Reading
Plaster of Paris; chapter six, part two
“He’s a changeling,” I say, not exactly sure what it means but liking the sound of it. “He’s a gift from the heavens. It doesn’t matter who raised him because he basically came as he is.” “I’m just so thankful he didn’t lose himself in such a joyless household.” Lyle finishes one cigarette and reaches… Continue Reading
Plaster of Paris; chapter six, part one
I am incredulous with his reaction and demand to know why it doesn’t bother him. He thinks it’s funny, and he thinks she’s jealous of anyone I’m sleeping with. He’s still chuckling as he reveals that he thinks the good inspector has the hots for me. That causes me to sputter indignantly for a few… Continue Reading
Plaster of Paris; chapter five, part three
“Ok, you two,” my mother says firmly. “You need to rest. Go home.” Lyle and I begin to protest through our tears. The last thing I want to do is leave Paris. “Go! You need real sleep—not an hour here and there. Take Lyle’s truck and crash at Rainbow’s. I’ll stay with Catherine. I have… Continue Reading
Plaster of Paris; chapter five, part two
Watching Mrs. Jenson, I feel another surge of anger. Not at the would-be murderer this time, but at her. She loves Paris, I have no doubt, but she can’t see past her narrow vision to embrace the beautiful, complicated man that he is. The whole time Paris and I’ve been friends, I’ve never heard Mrs.… Continue Reading
Plaster of Paris; chapter five, part one
“I see,” she says at last, picking up her fork again. “Perhaps you have a problem with me yourself?” She doesn’t look at Lyle, but concentrates on her food. “I’m just having a hard time believing it’s a coincidence that Paris gets hurt immediately after you show up in his life.” Lyle has his arms… Continue Reading