Page 62 of Edge of Darkness

“How long does it usually take to get to my bookstore?”

“It can take up to an hour sometimes,” Beckett said. “It depends on traffic.”

Kit wrinkled his nose. “I was afraid of that. What time do you normally leave?”

“Usually about eight forty-five since you open at ten. I like to be a bit early if I can.”

“Right. Let’s leave at the usual time then. It’s not as if the boss is going to get mad at me if I’m late.” Kit snickered.

“Breakfast usually starts at six,” Hudson said. “Kit, would you like to have breakfast with Connie and me?”

“Well, that depends. What time do you normally eat?”

“We’re usually there about seven thirty. Would that work for you?” Connie asked.

“Could you make it eight? That way I can eat, then Beckett and I can leave.” Kit glanced at Beckett. “Will you be there?”

“Of course. So will several of Hudson’s dragons. We can start introducing you then.”

Kit blew out a breath. “There will be coffee, right? Because if I have to be social at that time of the morning, there had better be coffee.”

“I hear you.” Connie elbowed Kit. “We’ll see you then.”

“We’ll knock on your door in the morning,” Hudson said. “Oh, there are also towels, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, and lotion in the bathroom. There is also a spare toothbrush and toothpaste under the sink. Have a good night, and we’ll see you in the morning.”

“Yeah. Thanks,” Kit said.

“If you need anything, anything at all, please feel free to call one of us. Even if it’s the middle of the night,” Connie said.

“Thanks. I appreciate that. I’ll see you guys in the morning,” Kit said as he followed everybody to the door of the guest room. “Good night.”

Once Kit closed the door, Hudson motioned for Connie and Beckett to follow him to his quarters. No one said a word until they entered and shut the door.

“Gods, what a mess,” Hudson said, pinching the bridge of his nose as he walked into his living area.

“Anybody up for drink?” Connie asked.

“Yes,” both Hudson and Beckett replied.

“On it.”

Hudson motioned for Beckett to have a seat. “Thank you for taking Kit to and from work. I appreciate that. Needless to say, I’m going to have some more dragons keeping an eye on his business.”

“Good.”

Connie handed Beckett and Hudson their drinks and sat down next to Hudson. “Don’t forget you have to call Ward too, Hudson,” Connie said.

“I will shortly,” Hudson said.

“So. Nox, huh?” Beckett asked. “Not that I’m doubting your mate’s word, but did anyone else see this person?”

“No,” Connie said. “Unfortunately, Leo was too far away.”

“Nox is dead and nothing but ash, so who or what did Kit see then?” Beckett asked.

Hudson took that opportunity to explain his theory.

Beckett shuddered. “Clones?”

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