Delta Salvation (Phantom Force, Book 1) by Elle Boon Read Free Book Online

plan just in case things went to shit, and she needed to run.
    “No time like the present to acquaint yourself with your new town.” Taking the glass to the sink, she rinsed it, then grabbed the folder before heading out the door.
    “Hello, gorgeous. Already leaving us?” JoJo asked.
    Alexa nearly jumped out of her skin at the sound of the concierge’s voice coming from behind her. “Jesus you scared the crap out of me.”
    Shrewd brown eyes assessed her. “Where you heading? Aren’t you tired from your long trip?”
    “I thought I’d drive around and get an idea of where everything is.”
    He nodded. “I have your keys behind the desk.”
    For one crazy moment she thought he was going to try and stop her from leaving, fear a friend she had become so accustomed to having, she hated it. The training ma’am had made her do gave Alexa newfound confidence. Straightening her spine, she held her hand out taking the keys and smiled, before walking out. The same guy stood out front, but he didn’t give her any notice as she went to her used car parked next to an expensive one. She wasn’t even sure of the name on the emblem gracing the hood, only that she was way out of her element.
    Rapid City was a good sized city, with a lot of things to explore and see for tourists. She made mental notes of things she wanted to do while she drove around, keeping her eyes out for anyone who might be tailing her. One thing Danny taught her, was not to think you were safe, just because you thought you were.
    She’d driven hundreds of miles, and he’d clearly been waiting for the right opportunity. Or as she’d realized too late, he’d done something to either her car or the road to make her have a flat tire, waiting for the inevitable to happen. She shivered at the last image of her ex being dragged away by the pack of wild dogs. In the time she’d been held, the only sign of the animals had been the howls. Ma’am had informed her she’d handled the situation and not to question her if she wanted to see another day. Mrs. Reed was probably worried sick, but Alexa couldn’t work up any sad feelings for either of them.
    Her fingers cramped from the tight grip on the steering wheel, making them unclench took a little effort. Pulling into a small coffee shop, the wifi sign meant she could pull up a map and find the directions to the office building. If she’d been thinking clearly, instead of needing to make sure she could leave the apartments, she’d have asked JoJo. “Oh, well. No sense crying over spilled milk.” The lot was surprisingly full, making it difficult to find a spot close to the door. She drove around the lot, and then back around. “Woohoo,” she cheered as a car was backing out near the front.
    Once inside, she ordered a Chai Tea Latte, not needing any caffeine so late in the evening. “Can you tell me where The Steinem Building is?”
    The little brunette stared at Alexa like she’d grown two heads. “I have no clue.” Shrugging her shoulders, she looked to the next customer.
    Alexa went to the end of the counter and waited.
    “The Steinem Building is two blocks north of here.” An older woman smiled, and then proceeded to give exact directions on a piece of paper.
    “Thank you. I’m new to town, and was trying to figure my way around before reporting in for my first day. Don’t want to show up late.” Alexa laughed.
    “I work in the building as well. Lots of offices there. Maybe I’ll see you. There’s a decent café there, but I usually bring my lunch, however, there is also a coffee shop in the lobby. I swear they make the best lattes, or I just need the extra boost at eight a.m. My name is Debra by the way.” She held out her hand.
    “Alexa. Thank you for the directions.” Hearing her name being called pulled her away from the conversation. Although she didn’t want to think about why she was nervous, making friends didn’t come easily, nor trusting them.
    Waving her hand in farewell,