Page 15 of Unexpected Danger
Desperate to refocus her attention, Londyn needed a diversion. She typed inPronghorn Falls Daily Newspaper.
The tabs along the top of the publication included community news, sports, national, obituaries, and a photo gallery. Londyn clicked on the news. The first article was one with a photograph of Brodie and Chief Neeley.
Local Law Enforcement Sponsors Second Annual Adoption Fundraiser
She scanned the article.
It’s nearly that time of year again when members of Pronghorn Falls Law Enforcement sponsor an adoption fundraiser at the popular non-alcoholic establishment, Jimmy’s Lounge. With a goal of raising $20,000 this year, the event will host a live auction, pizza-eating contest, line dancing, pool, and music by the Pronghorns.
The money will benefit families seeking to adopt, whether locally, nationally, or internationally.
“Adoption is near and dear to my heart, and I encourage us, as a community, to assist those in the process of adopting and giving children a forever home,” said Sheriff Brodie Brenneman.
Jimmy Malstrom, the owner of Jimmy’s, added that it’s an honor to be able to host fundraisers. “This is our second one this year. We are honored to be able to give back to a community that has so warmly welcomed us.”
Many of the area’s law enforcement personnel will be on hand, including Chief Neeley. “My wife is attempting to convince me to compete in the pizza-eating contest. Not sure I’ll be doing much line dancing after that,” he said.
Jimmy’s has been a popular hangout for families, couples, and singles since it opened in Pronghorn Falls three years ago. It prides itself on being a fun place to gather without the need for alcohol. Earlier this year, Jimmy’s hosted a fundraiser to raise funds for a local man battling cancer.
Further information will be forthcoming. Be sure to keep your event calendar open.
Brodie smiled for the camera, the dimple in his right cheek prominent. His rugged good looks and kind eyes had drawn Londyn to him as a friend long before she’d begun to have feelings for him.
Feelings she was better off suppressing.
Her text notification sounded. Londyn startled and sat motionless as the second hand on the clock above the mantle ticked by. Part of her wanted to ignore the text, but a larger part of her wanted to know…was it the same person who had previously texted her?
Slowly, cautiously, she slid the phone toward her. On the home screen, it showed the number and the first few words of the text.
Once again, a number she didn’t recognize.
Her hand shook as she lifted the phone and entered her password. The text icon showed an unread text. Holding her breath, she clicked on it.
FIND ANYTHING INTERESTING ON THE INTERNET TONIGHT?
Londyn dropped the phone as though it were on fire. She gasped and gripped her forearms with her shaky hands.
He, or she, was out there. But most likely a he. Most likely BJ Nuss.
He was watching her. Knew she was on the computer.He was that close.
Did he have that much of a detailed view that he was able to see that she was searching the internet?
She shuddered, the sweat dripping unmercifully down her back. She swept a hand against her cheek. Her heart pounded so loudly in her chest that she heard it in her ears.
Lord, please keep me safe.
Londyn stood, her legs wobbled, and she clutched the table. Steadying herself and praying for protection, she stumbled to the front door.
No one on the street.
Next, she lowered one of the slats of the blinds and peered out the front window.
No one as far as she could see.
Where was he?
Londyn stared, although not really seeing. She blinked, cleared her vision, and inspected the area in front of her apartment from the hopefully safe confines of her living room.
