Secret

There was only one part of Misty's invitation that Carson heard - she was actually going to let him come over to the house. It was hard to believe it was true. Again, he wondered if this was a step forward, or just a cruel beginning to an even harder fall. But he couldn't pass up the opportunity to go, even if the hope was slim. "Food is overrated." He gave her half a smile. "I'll be there at six."

As the service came to a close, he was reluctant to let go of Misty's hand, but he forced himself to. After all he'd done to try and win her back, every attempt had failed miserably. He couldn't keep pushing, and he had to let her be in control, even if it was hard. 

Saying goodbye to her and to others, including Mackenzie, was brief. The day had to go on. No matter the pain of losing Alec, the world would not stop turning...

...It was six o'clock on the nose. The hours of the day had seemed to drag by, at least for Carson. Caught between sorrow of loss, and hope for the future, his emotions were making his stomach turn. But it wouldn't dictate his choices. And his one choice right now was to see Misty and discover what was in store.

It was odd ringing the doorbell, but he did. Standing on the steps, he waited for Misty to answer the door. Though he'd cleaned up for the graveside service, he'd made sure later that he was clean shaven, his clothes were neat, and maybe he'd even put on just a little of the colone he knew Misty liked...just maybe. And now in his hand was a small bouquet of mixed flowers. 


Eli wished he could do more for his sister, but it was obvious that, for now, she was just going to have to work through things on her own. Nevertheless, he would be keeping a close eye on her...

The day moved on and turned to evening. And outside city limits, the usual crowd gathered to party around the desert races. Eli hadn't been all that keen on letting Ryan out of his sight, but he'd had an errand to run, then had promised Scarlet a date. At least he knew Tal would be there.

And he was. Arriving later than most of the crowd, Tal wound his way through the people. It wasn't really his idea of an ideal evening, but after not getting Ryan to go out with him for several days in a row, he'd take what he could get. He knew she was going through a rough time, but it felt like she was suddenly keeping him at arm's length, and that wasn't a good feeling.

Making it to the edge of the crowd, he scanned the area for Ryan, unsure if she'd raced yet or not.


Aaron straightened and folded his arms as he watched Victoria pace. His eyes met her with just as much searching. Just as much distrust. 

"I have no other information," he stated flatly. Security cameras peered at them from the upper corner of the room. Aaron grabbed a pen and paper and scribbled as he spoke. "I'm just trying to find a connection between Garret's recent negligence, and his disappearance." He slid the paper across the table where the camera wouldn't be able to pick up details. He had written, "I know your secret." 

"You've got the best instinct around, when it comes to a hunt. I just thought you might have an idea we hadn't thought of yet." His eyes locked with hers again. "So...do you?"

Beating

Misty lets out a small shaky sign. Tonight she'd be going back home, so really any time would be ok. But she didn't know if she wanted everything to sink in before she talked to Carson or just do it right away. Maybe it would be best to just do it right away.

   "I'll be home tonight if you want to come over around six. I have coffee, but I probley wont feel much like eating so you might just want to get something on your way over."

Hey apatite was slim now, and she only took a few bits of food every day at the hospital. She just was having a hard time keeping anything down after everything happened. That wasn't going to change any time soon either. She had a lot to do at home, and it was going to be hard.

Getting into the car next to Eli Ryan just turns slightly to lean her head against the car seat and look out the window. She felt emotionally and fiscally drained from today events. She really didn't know where to bring her head anymore, or how to clear the fog she felt. Everyone really did seem like they missed Alec, but at the same time he wasn't really gone. So what was going on?

Just continuing to watch the stars twinkle Stacy felt a warmth spread through her at Eric's words. He made her feel so good, and so loved. She'd never tire of it, and never tired of the safty she felt. It was nice relying on someone else to feel that.

   "I don't want to but I should probley make my last round for the night. Care to join me?"

Sitting in the chair across from Aaron Victoria crossed her arms as she listened and the wheels in her head turned. She had a haunting sicking feeling that something really was wrong. It was hard to imagine that Garret would let that happen but if he really had been messing up. His words came back to her and she gave a shiver before abruptly standing and starting to pace the floor much like her grandfather would be when he was thinking as well. 

Looking up at Aaron again she searches his eyes. Piercing deep wondering, thinking, trying to find anything that is under the hidden lines of his words. Something was off, something was not right and she wondered if Aaron new that. Was he fishing, maybe she was just being paranoid but she didn't like it.

   "You know something more Aaron that your not telling me. What is it or I'll beat it out of you."