By Fern Michaels
If her abusive husband had no longer attempted to kill her and her liked puppy, Helen Ward may possibly by no means have left her million buck domestic and run far-off. Now, Helen's replaced her identification and moved around the state, hopeful that she will be able to be secure, chuffed, perhaps even enjoyed. And whilst she meets collage professor Sam Tolliver, she starts to think fairy stories do come actual. however the earlier is catching up with Helen - and her worry is transforming into. quickly, she'll need to face the largest selection of her lifestyles, a choice that would ascertain her destiny and her very id.
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He plans on some big announcements this evening. That means a promotion. ” Helen’s shoulders slumped. There would be no party for her tonight. Just do it, Daniel, and get it over with. Beat me black-and-blue and then storm out of the house. Do it already, her mind shrieked. She took the first blow high on her cheekbone. The second punch sent her reeling backward straight into the Christmas tree, toppling it sideways. She was aware of tinkling glass and a flurry of pine needles whipping past her face.
She’s all I have. I need you to understand that. She . . she likes it when you sing, ‘Twinkle, twinkle, little star . ’” Helen’s voice trailed off. “I think I can handle that. Don’t move, young woman. There’s some brandy in a bottle over the sink. Take a couple of belts. ” Helen took a minute to stare into a set of kind eyes. The perfect vet. White hair, pink cheeks, wire-rim glasses, warm smile, and wonderful hands. Hands that would make Lucie well. She nodded as she swigged from the brandy bottle.
My husband . . I think I hurt him pretty badly. There was ... there was blood all over the place. He won’t let that stop him. I know him. ” “Was capable. Those are the operative words. He can’t hurt you anymore. You’re safe now. Lucie is safe, too. Hold on to the railing and put both feet on each step. We have all day. ” Helen was exhausted by the time Isabel led her to the comfortable kitchen chair. ” “Tea. ” Isabel was back in a moment. “She’s sleeping. She’s comfortable. Gerry was singing to her.