Chapter 303

Lucille smiled at him.

“That’s why you brought the flowers, isn’t it? Do you think she’ll really do it? Is there a chance?” She inquired, biting her lips worriedly.

“I think I can persuade her. The only time you get a break around here is when I have you on our training course. You’re getting to be quite a marksman, too.” Tyler replied.

“Marks person, Uncle Tyler,” Lucille corrected with a sudden teasing grin.

“And the other night in karate class I kicked Don Jacobson’s butt.”

The only time she found herself laughing anymore was when Uncle Tyler took her off to the Special Forces training area and they played soldier. Female or not, Lucille was becoming someone to contend with, and it made her proud.

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Present day, 5:25pm.

The book was a mystery and well suited to the stormy evening. Tree branches were scratching the window, and rain drummed heavily on the roof.

The first time she heard the noise, Lucille thought it was her ima