Sherry was sitting in bed, trembling fingers holding the covers tight to her body, eyes like saucers. “What was that? Since I’m not sure who applies!” “Damara. Or a likeness of her.” The question in her eyes translated to a “what the hell?” expression and Randal smiled, picturing a similar reaction on his own face. […]
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Phase Shift 62
Germain recovered and asked, “What the hell was that? A ghost? It sure as hell looked like Damara. The same vacant eyes and that cackle!” “Yeah that’s what I heard first – she sounded demented!” “Quite the thing to wake up to, I got’ta say.” “Clearly the message is I know where you are and […]
Phase Shift 61
Damara smirked. You think your safe from me? Think again! I’m here too! She cackled her delight sitting on board her aircraft hovering invisibly in space yet watching intently as Germaine made his way to his room while Randal and his girlfriend walked hand in hand to theirs. “Germaine is a fine man,” Sherry observed. […]
Phase Shift 60
Fortunately, a waiter and waitress bringing food to the table in front of her obscured her view and she didn’t notice his response. Damn it! How did she know he was here and he’d eat at this restaurant, was she clairvoyant or something? Germaine ordered his food and busied himself on his holo-phone peering at […]
Phase Shift 58
“The plot thickens.” Germaine thought as he strode to his vehicle. So many intersections to consider. Damara. Shift done, he headed home determined to follow up, there had to be a record somewhere, perhaps that picture Randal snapped was a thread to follow. Opening the file Randal sent containing her picture, he brought up […]
Phase Shift 57
Shocked, Germaine said, “New one on me!” “Smoke and mirrors, just smoke and mirrors. It’s a matter of finding out how the hell she’s doing this.” “She some sort of magician?” Germaine asked curious now the shock had worn off. “We didn’t find any evidence at the crime scene to indicate anyone else was […]
Phase Shift 56
Germaine arranged a meeting with Randal at Webster’s to compare notes. Looking intently at Germain, Randal said, “Watch your back. If she has eyes on me, she could have eyes on you too.” “I’m of the same opinion.” Germain asked, “Anything new on your end? After working until the wee hours, it was dead end […]
Phase Shift 55
Randal was pleased Germaine managed to obtain the same information he had, confirmation from another source indicating his dismissal from the force was programmed and orchestrated was perfect. He was, however, stunned at witnessing the perp and Damara together. The plot thickens! She’d obviously been following him, aware of him for some time. That […]
Phase Shift 54
Germaine returned to headquarters and began digging, starting with Reese Prichard who carried a massive grudge (perhaps hatred was a better description) and was connected within the department. He’d better be damn cautious to protect Randal and himself because this could end his career as surely as it had Randal’s. The more he dug, the […]
Phase Shift 53
Sensing her concern, Randal placed a sensuous kiss on her lips, ending with a reassuring touch. Looking deep in her eyes said, “I’ll get her or whoever is responsible.” Searching and finding promise in his eyes, she relaxed. “Sooner than later would be good.” “Yes, my lovely, it would.” They held onto one another […]
Phase Shift 52
Sherry tried to remain awake until Randal’s return, but the days events caught up and sleep claimed her long before his arrival. He quietly undressed and crawled into bed beside her, pulling her close, thankful she was safe. She stirred and immediately wrapped herself around him, snuggling in. “Handsome?” “Shh, lovely one. Sleep.” He […]
Phase Shift 51
Damara laid meticulous groundwork determined she’d take care of Randal, once and for all! She then busied herself watching from the sidelines, hovering like a black widow, clasping and unclasping her hands in glee. Leaving Sherry with explicit instructions on the fail-safe he’d added to his security, he felt easier leaving her behind. If […]
Phase Shift 50
Damn! Another avenue closed off. She was losing her grip. Randal was more than a thorn in her side, he was an albatross around her neck and one she desperately needed to be rid of. Looking up a list of possible contacts, she scanned each name considering reward verses payback because there was always a […]
Phase Shift 49
He figured Damara for smart. Showing this quickly would undoubtedly suggest others trails he might follow giving him an opportunity to sideline her. The woman leading the symposium was a delight with comical quips and amusing anecdotes that had attendees in stitches. “You seemed unusually tense, Randal. Is it Damara?” “Wished I could say […]
Phase Shift 48
Walking side by side to Sherry’s front door, they peered in at the mess. His concern for Sherry’s safety allayed, his focus changed. Without compromising the scene, Randal walked through ensuring the intruder was no longer present before calling the police. He was pleased his friend Germaine was the cop to respond and explained what […]
Phase Shift 47
Randal hopped off his chair so fast he took two steps backward before righting himself. It was like staring evil in the face and caught him off guard. What the hell! Where was this “place” he’d known her from? What kind of interaction could have spawned such hatred and was it directed at him in […]
Phase Shift 45
Randal was discomfited. Not only by what was happening, but that others had witnessed it. The loss of control was unsettling, more, troubling since he hadn’t a clue what it was or what caused this total disruption. It was as if he’d become someone else, seeing through someone else’s eyes. Damara. Damara. What was so […]
Phase Shift 44
Phase Shift 44 Sherry assured the women he was alright and suggested a juice break and they dispersed giving Randal space. She didn’t know what to make of what she’d just witnessed. Whatever happened, it brought him completely to his knees, rendered him helpless. When he’d recovered his equilibrium, her arm wrapped firmly around […]
Phase Shift 43
Sherry’s situation bothered Randal. Although the woman’s intent was unclear, Randal was equally certain she was trouble. Arriving at Aspiration ostensibly touching base with Sherry but primarily to catch a glimpse of the woman she’d mentioned, he wandered outside to watch. His gaze wandered from one to the other; he realized he knew most of […]
Phase Shift 42
When Sherry met Randal for dinner, one of a few of late, they cuddled sharing their news. When she spoke of the woman who’d recently joined, Randal was nonplussed at first. As he gave the situation more thought, he asked questions about the woman. Sherry filled him in on what she knew, never thinking to […]
Phase Shift 41
Sherry couldn’t have expected the success she’d achieved in such short order. Her numbers were climbing. Some of the women from her previous classes doubled up and while finishing out their current contract, were taking extra classes from her. As a result she gave them each a bare bones price which they agreed was too […]
Phase Shift 40
After submitting her resignation and obtaining her shop, time whipped by in a blur until opening day was upon her. Sherry couldn’t have been more delighted touched and surprised as they landed in front of her shop, a crowd already present. Fluttering gently across the door in bright fluorescent lettering, hung a wide ribbon that […]
Phase Shift 39
That was Sherry. Full of delightful surprises. She kept life interesting and vital. “Your obviously excited and eager to begin.” “I am, Randal. It’s a dream come true. I’ve wavered for over a year because it’s a huge commitment and gamble as well, but I believe it’s time. “ “This is indeed a day for […]
Phase Shift 38
Perhaps this was kismet for Sherry felt settled. She’d considered the possibility before but with the location confirmed, and one she loved she was beyond pleased. Now it was a matter of finishing the agreement through the real estate agency as the proceedings were in play and there was no going back now. Aspirations was […]
Phase Shift 37
Sherry finished early since most of her clients arrived early today, it was the beginning of a long weekend and many were set to vacation with family and friends. It gave her an opportunity to check out some properties she’d been considering. The first was light and airy but not large enough to accommodate the […]