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    Embrace the Darkness: The Light Seekers, #4
    Embrace the Darkness: The Light Seekers, #4
    Embrace the Darkness: The Light Seekers, #4
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    Embrace the Darkness: The Light Seekers, #4

    By Lorraine Kennedy

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    My life in the shadows was nothing compared to what life was now. I'd known darkness, but not true darkness. That all changed when I became the prey of a vampire.
    Sean is the essence of darkness, but he is also the one beacon of light in an abyss of shadows.
    The Coven of Babylon will search for me in New Orleans, but I won't be there. I am running toward some unknown, away from Sean, my friends and maybe even myself.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLavine
    Release dateJun 8, 2016
    ISBN9781533765499
    Embrace the Darkness: The Light Seekers, #4

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      Embrace the Darkness - Lorraine Kennedy

      Chapter One

      Sean

      There was nothing up ahead but blacktop and darkness.

      I’d crossed into Idaho some time ago, but still there was no sign of Hailey or the blue car.

      When I got my hands on that girl I was going to wring her neck.

      By taking off she’d added another night of travel onto the trip. That meant it would be that much longer before I could wash my hands of her and the Light Seekers. I’d hoped to be on my way to less troublesome circumstances before long, but it didn’t look like that was going to happen.

      Finally, there were lights in the distance.

      There was no need for Hailey to travel at night, which meant she’d probably stop.

      Since leaving the motel, I hadn’t come across too many places she could have held up for the night so there was a good chance that whatever those lights were up ahead, I would find Hailey there.

      Speeding up, I made it to the truck stop in far less time than it should have taken. There was a semi truck with the reefer running and a couple pickup trucks, but no sign of a blue car.

      It was always a possibility that whoever she’d caught a ride with had dropped her off. Those were my thoughts as I parked the bike and made my way inside.

      I had no way of knowing what a huge mistake I was making, but it wouldn't have mattered. There wasn’t a living, breathing man that could intimidate me, especially not the rednecks that looked my way when I walked in.

      Almost instantly, the atmosphere turned hostile. I was completely out of place.

      My hair was too long and I wasn’t exactly dressed for a redneck bar. My black boots and leather jacket didn't mesh well with their football caps and flannel shirts.

      That was okay. I didn't plan on staying long.

      I wasn’t afraid but I didn’t exactly feel like dealing with trouble either. Judging by the smirks I was getting, I was definitely in for trouble.

      Ignoring the men, I found a seat at the bar as close to the exit as I could get. At this point, escape would be the better option. Killing them would only draw attention, which was the last thing I needed.

      I had to find Hailey. Taking the time to tear the heads off these rednecks would just slow me down.

      A woman in a pink waitress uniform set a glass of water in front of me. What will it be tonight? she asked with a flirty smile.

      I sized her up quickly. This redhead was one of those women who looked as if they were always having a bad hair day. She was well into her forties and was most likely out to snag a man. The woman probably hoped to find a truck driver to bring home a steady paycheck so she could quit her job and stay home.

      Just some coffee, please, I told her without returning her smile.

      There was no reason to encourage her. I was definitely not the type she was looking for.

      You got it. She smiled again but with less enthusiasm.

      When she was done pouring coffee into the white ceramic cup, she brought it over to me. You’ll love our coffee, she said. We have it imported directly from Columbia.

      Thanks. This time I smiled.

      After taking a drink, I nodded. You’re right. This is some of the best coffee I've ever had.

      Told you so. She was obviously very proud of the imported coffee.

      I'm looking for my sister. She ran away and I think she’s with her boyfriend. She’s a little blonde with blue eyes, I told her, indicating Hailey’s height by holding it about five feet above the floor. She was last seen with a guy in a blue muscle car. Has anyone like that come in tonight? I asked.

      Not that I recall. I'm sure I would remember a young girl coming in here, especially if she was alone with a man. Just how young is she? the waitress asked, drawing her brows together.

      About eighteen, but she looks a little younger. I'm not sure how old her boyfriend is. She’s been keeping him secret from the family.

      The story sounded crazy, even to me, but it was all I could think of at the last minute.

      "I see! You have one of those situations. The waitress rolled her eyes. That Internet and social media are what’s doing it. It’s ruining all the kids. I don't let my little Joe use social media. It’s the devil’s tool," she rattled on, her mind no longer on the subject of the little blond girl.

      I sensed his approach but didn't react. Instead, I continued drinking my coffee.

      The waitress stopped talking, abruptly and she focused on the man standing behind me.

      Now, Ruben! she said, holding up her hand. We don't need any problems tonight. Just go back to your table.

      I assumed Ruben must be the local troublemaker. Every town had one, even the small flyover towns that no one had ever heard of.

      Now, why would I do that? The man she’d called Ruben leaned against the bar and cast a menacing smile in my direction. His yellowed, tobacco-stained teeth made his grin seem even more grotesque.

      Suddenly, he removed his red cap and waved it in front of him. Damn! I smell bullshit.

      Well, go back to your table then, the waitress urged, obviously hoping to avoid a problem.

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