Page 56 of Fated Redemption
“Y–y–you can’t, the council will have you banned,” he sneered.
Abby let the anger she was feeling fill her eyes. “I’m willing to take that chance. Of course, it would have to be a very good hit, probably snap your skinny little neck,” Abby growled.
“Arkadia has become a godforsaken place since that human came here.”
“Yeah, well take that up with Fate, she’s the one who brought me here.” Rebecca glared at him.
“I think it’s in your best interest to finish your coffee in your room at the bed and breakfast,” Connor said, his voice flat.
“I don’t want to be around this trash anyway.” Salsiby stood and left.
“Why can’t I kill him again?” Rebecca demanded, stamping her tiny foot.
“Because he has done nothing wrong, you know that, Rebecca.” Ma smiled at the small woman.
“Not yet. He’s up to something, I can feel it.” Rebecca sighed and looked at the equipment in front of her.
“Hey I think he’s up to something too, but we can’t let him ruin our fun right?” Abby bumped Rebecca’s shoulder.
“You’re right. Okay. Let’s do this.” Rebecca’s smile returned.
“Are y’all sure about this?” Ashby asked, fidgeting with the recorder Abby handed him.
“Yup. Okay let’s move out.” Rebecca gave Aidhan a kiss and bounced toward the door.
Abby shook her head as she and Sebastian picked up the cooler. Behind them Ashby kept looking back at his son. Abby was betting the small man was trying to think of a reason to stay behind. Giddey sounded like he was wrapping up with Madison for the morning.
“Okay, I contacted the solicitor for the office space beside the delicious accountant Brice Marshall. It’s right across from Mojos which means I can get my happy hour on within minutes of leaving for the day.
I’ve already arranged for the closing paperwork to be sent to you for your signature. All utilities have already been turned on in your name. Your office furniture and supplies should arrive from New York no later than Tuesday of next week. That scrumptious lion, Zane, is a wizard when it comes to shipping arrangements, completely antisocial though.
I have set up an appointment request form online and posted the information for it on the door. Your new business cards will be here Monday. I have made special arrangements with the council to forward you all copies of any reference booksregarding shifter law, we can start going through and setting up a regular caseload then.
I’ve set up a database with all your notes regarding the laws you have been looking into, you know my set up. I’ve also established a reoccurring order at The Grind for your morning caffeine fix. If you need anything else, I’ll be on the ghost hunt and then looking for horny lions.” Giddey looked up from his phone before sliding it into his pocket with flourish.
“How?” Conner asked, looking stunned.
Madison just smiled. “I told you, he is an amazing personal assistant.”
Giddey preened.
“He’s only been in town twelve hours!” Connor’s eyes were wide.
Abby shook her head. “Coming, Giddey?”
“You betcha!”
Together they left the diner and walked around back. They crossed the dirt road that circled the town. They had walked almost half a mile when they saw the house. Up close, even Abby was having second thoughts. It didn’t look this spooky driving into Arkadia. From the outside it looked like a life-sized replica of every girl’s dream doll house. The Victorian stood four stories high including the attic. It had a gorgeous wraparound porch and swing. With a fresh coat of paint it could be perfect. Abby tried to stay positive, until she saw a shadow move past the third story window.
Fuck!
“Awesome! Doesn’t it look perfect?” Rebecca was practically hopping up and down in excitement.
Sebastian and Abby exchanged looks. It would be up to them to keep their group together.
“Spooktacular. This is going on Instagram.” Giddey held up his phone and took a picture.
“Are we going inside that?” Ashby asked.
