Free Icarians: Poisoned Dreams by Vanessa Mock, Jessie Reinking Page B

curly hair loose down her back she began to scrub her face. By the time she had done that Mercedes returned with her borrowed night clothes.
"Sadie I really appreciate you guys letting me stay. I didn't want to go home tonight."
"I understand and I don't blame you, I wouldn't want to stay there by myself either after what happened. I'm just so glad you agreed. Maybe we can all get some sleep tonight." With that she left Analeigh to shower and change for bed.
By the time she walked back into the den she was utterly exhausted and she fell into a deep peaceful sleep as soon as her head hit the pillow.

Chapter 10
     
    The next morning Analeigh felt completely rejuvenated. She walked out into the kitchen to find Mercedes at the stove and Jaxon at the table.
"Hi, how did you sleep?" Jaxon asked her.
"I slept great thank you. I'm going to get dressed real quick and I'll be right back down." Analeigh said excusing herself.
    Why did it always seem to shock her every time he spoke? She thought shaking her head. By the time she came back down she was fully dressed and Jaxon was waiting for her with a set of keys.
"I'll show you the car you can borrow."
Analeigh followed him out the door and looked back at Mercedes who was grinning from ear to ear. She followed him outside to their garage. He opened the door and her jaw dropped as she saw the beautiful silver BMW.
"No. I can't borrow that!" She said stunned that he would allow her to take something so expensive.
"It's alright, you can drive a standard right?"
"Yes, but I can't drive that car!"
"Why not?"
"Because its a BMW!" She almost yelled at him and to her surprise he laughed.
It was a deep wonderful sound that seemed to warm her entire body.
"Why can't I borrow your truck?" Analeigh suggested.
"Because I need my truck in case someone needs a tow. This is the only other car I have. Its either this or your stranded." Very reluctantly she agreed but she wasn't happy about taking his car.
"Don’t worry its just a car." He assured her.
She could have killed him but instead she put her hand on his arm as he turned to leave. Just like before she felt the electricity spark between them.
"Thank you, Jaxon. For everything that you have done for me. I really owe you a lot."
Jaxon moved closer to her, she backed up against the car. He put his hands on either side of her.
"You don't owe me anything." His lips were so close to hers it was pure torture. Then it was over and he walked away leaving her breathless.
    Analeigh and Mercedes arrived at Analeigh's house to find that it was still intact. They unloaded the paint from Mercedes car and Analeigh's other purchases. Once they were inside Mercedes turned to Analeigh.
"I have a surprise for you."
"No you don’t. Ok what?"
"I saw you looking at it yesterday." Mercedes giggled as she handed her the black silk night gown she saw yesterday.
"Oh Sadie that’s to much! I'm giving you your money back." Analeigh said gasping.
"That’s fine I just knew you would have never bought it on your own."
"It's beautiful isn't it? Not that I have any reason to wear it." Analeigh gently folded the silk gown and carefully placed it in her top dresser drawer.
They began in her room. She had all the windows open and a small radio going.
"I just love this color. Its the perfect choice for a bedroom." Mercedes commented.
"I know. The deep red just seemed right. I think my grandmother would have been pleased with my choice, after all this was her room. What time was Mason coming out?"
"He's supposed to be here around lunch time."
"Are you and Mason.....?"
"Oh no. We have both played around with the idea but it was never the right time. Maybe someday." She sighed.
Analeigh detected a little sadness from her, but chose not to say anymore. They were halfway done with her bedroom when Mason came in with good news.
"Your security system has arrived. They just pulled up right after I did."
"Oh thank goodness. Grab a brush or a roller, I'll be right back." Analeigh grinned