A Wolf's Savage Embrace by Darlene Kuncytes Read Free Book Online Page B

she asked, her mouth set in a tight line that Harper was quite use to because of her choice of dress. It didn’t matter that she was a good person – her choice of clothing always caused the stares and whispers.
    “Coffee, please.” Harper croaked in reply, her lips trembling. No! She silently screamed, she couldn’t cry anymore! She had to be strong and try to figure this entire fiasco out.
    The waitress nodded and turned away, only to return a moment later with a steaming cup of coffee. She set the mug down in front of Harper and studied her a moment, finally giving her a small smile. “There you go, honey. Did you want to order something to eat?”
    Harper’s eyes glistened slightly as she shook her head. “No, just the coffee thanks.”
    The woman gave her a sympathetic look, and Harper realized that she probably thought she was a runaway, and her eyes welled with tears once again. No, she thought sadly. She wasn’t a runaway – she was an orphan.
    She waited until the woman walked away, before turning and opening her backpack - taking the letter her mother had left her out and holding it in her trembling hands. She chewed at her bottom lip as she tried to garner the strength to open it. After several, long, agonizing moments – she took a deep, steadying breath and tore the envelope open.
    Harper,
    My darling, baby girl. First and foremost, I need you to know that your father and I love you with all of our hearts. You have been such a blessing to us, and this is the hardest letter that I have ever had to write. Honey, things are happening around us that will forever change our lives. This is so hard for me, but you need to know that we are not your biological parents. You were sent to us when you were just a baby and we love you as much as if you were born to us. Please know that. I fear that your father and I will not make it through this, so I need you to pay close attention to what I am about to tell you. You need to find Elaine Winslow. She is your biological mother, and will be able to give you the answers you need. I have not spoken to Elaine since the day she brought you to us, but I have tried to keep abreast of the happenings in the Coven. You need to find Thomas Kerns. He makes it a point of keeping up with the people you need to seek out. Go to Masquerade in town and speak to the bartender there. She will hopefully be able to help you. Please, my darling girl; be careful and stay as pure and loving as you are. Always remember that your father and I love you. We have always loved you. You are a beautiful and special girl that I know will stay true and faithful to what we have taught you. I have given you enough money to help you on your way. Be safe and please watch who you trust. We love you Harper, so very much, and will always be with you.
    All of our love, now and always,
    Mom & Dad
    Harper read the note over once again, trying desperately to see through her tears – feeling as if she had been punched in the gut. She shook her head slowly, a part of her refusing to accept what she had just read. Oh, God! This was a total nightmare. Her world and everything that she had ever known had just been ripped out from under her feet and she felt an overpowering wave of nausea hit her.
    “Is everything okay, honey?” The waitress asked, her face tight with concern, and Harper jumped at the intrusion – nodding slowly. “Are you sure I can’t bring you something to eat?” She asked, laying her hand on top of Harper’s. “It’s on the house.”
    “No…no, thank you. I’m fine.” The woman nodded sadly, and walked away - but not before giving Harper a glance laced with pity over her shoulder.
    Harper pulled the cash from the envelope and quickly shoved it into the pocket of her jeans. She needed to get out of here – she needed air. Everything suddenly felt as if it was closing in around her. She threw a few dollars onto the table and rushed out of the restaurant – heading towards the park