In for the Kill [Hawkman Series Book 9] Read Online Free PDF Page B

and slapped his hands against his sides. “I wish you weren't so stubborn. This man's a nut case. And he knows where we live. He could approach you during the day when I'm not here, and do you harm."
    "I guarantee I'll leave my mark on him before he has a chance to do anything to me.
    Hawkman glanced toward the kitchen window. “Sounds like the Pacific Power truck's here. I think they've set a record.” He went to the front door and peered out. “I'm going to talk to them."
    "Okay.” Jennifer took the cat into the bathroom and placed her in the straw bed, then tossed the stuffed bunny in beside her. The kitten immediately bounced on it. “Sorry girl, I can't let you out to run around until I get the glass cleaned up. Don't want you to hurt yourself.” She closed the door and went into the kitchen where she could watch the crew from the window. Their powerful floodlights lit up the area like day time. Hawkman stood talking to one of the men and pointed to the transformer as they lowered it to the ground. Once they released it from the cable, he and the worker examined the outer shell.
    After a few minutes Hawkman came inside. “Should have power within the hour."
    "Good. Then I'll be able to pick up the mess. I've gathered up some of the bigger pieces, but it's going to be a bear getting the slivers out of the carpet. We'll have to wear shoes around this area until I'm sure it's clear.” She frowned. “I don't know what I'll do about the kitten."
    "I'll help you clean it up. I think the drapes stopped most of the glass from flying all over the place."
    "Why were you examining the busted transformer?"
    "I wanted to see if it had a bullet hole."
    "Did it?"
    "Yes."
    Her shoulders drooped. “Well, there's not much Pacific Power can do, if they don't have an inkling who did the shooting."
    "Nope, but if they ever find out, it would be a hefty fine and possible jail time. Unfortunately, we couldn't hear any gun discharge due to the explosion, so I couldn't be sure why the transformer went until I examined the shielding."
    "So you think this man planned all these distractions, right down to the stupid phone call?"
    "Sure looks like it."
    "He's definitely got a warped mind."
    Once the power came on, Hawkman helped Jennifer clean up the glass. Then he nailed a piece of plywood across the window until they could get it replaced.
    The next morning, Jennifer typed on her computer, while the kitten sat on the desk, her tail twitching as if waiting for the right moment to pounce.
    Hawkman grinned as he watched. “How can you get anything done with the little imp at your elbow, just waiting to attack your fingers?"
    "I'm getting used to her antics. She's even given me some ideas for my books."
    He chuckled. “I can imagine. What are you going to name her?"
    She glanced at him with a mischievous twinkle in her eye. “I haven't decided yet, but have a few ideas. I might have her named by the time you get home this evening. You are going to the office today, aren't you?"
    "Not sure. I hate to leave you alone with that maniac on the loose."
    She stood with her hands on her hips. “I'm not going anywhere today. My deadlines are approaching and I've got to get this book finished. I'll lock up the house, turn on the alarm system and stay glued to this computer for the next eight hours. So, please, go."
    "Promise you'll call if anything suspicious happens."
    "Don't worry. I will."
    Before leaving the lake, Hawkman circled the area to make sure the Buick wasn't nearby. Driving up Quail Lane, he came to an immediate halt in front of Ken and Peggy Bronson's house. “Why didn't I think of them earlier,” he said aloud. He glanced around and noticed neither of their Sheriff's vehicles were on the property. “They must be on duty,” he mumbled. “I'll talk to them this evening.” He hit the accelerator, made a U-turn, and headed toward the bridge.
    When he reached his office, he noticed the blinking red light on his answering machine