Chapter 13

I did not sleep well that night tossing and turning for most of the night. I got up early and went to the gym and had to use my key to get in. I worked out hard and by the time I left one of the employees had shown up for the day shift. I took a long shower and headed home arriving about there about ten thirty or so.

I went inside and started to wash a load of clothes. I washed a few dishes and put them away and was just about finished when I heard Lexie knocked on the side door and come in. Lexie came into the kitchen and kissed me softly on the lips. She gently laid her head on my shoulder and held me for several moments.

“I’m sorry that you’re going to have to go through this again. But your mom does deserve justice, remember that.” she said softly.

“Personally, I wish they would just let me deal with it.” I replied.

“Don’t even think that way baby. I don’t want to lose you.” she said, pulling her head off my shoulder and staring into my eyes.

“If they killed my mother they have to pay.” I replied.

“So, you go cripple or kill someone then spend the rest of your life in jail. Makes no sense.” she replied in a serious tone.

Maybe, maybe not ... but it might be worth it.” I quickly answered.

“Maybe I will come back when you are thinking more clearly.” she sighed, turning around and walking out.

Two days later I was sitting on the sofa and had not heard a word from Lexie. I’m guessing she was upset with me, but she truly didn’t realize how long this had been going on. I was thinking about reaching out to her when the house phone rang, it was Detective Wilson.

Chris, I need to talk to you..., is now a bad time?” he asked.

“No not at all, come on over.” I offered.

About forty-five minutes later, he knocked on the side door and I let him in. He followed me to the living room and sat in the chair across from the sofa. I could tell he was trying to find the right words to say.

“Please let me explain this fully to you before you make any rash decision. I was right in as much as the group that you have been dealing with were responsible for your mother’s death. That night when your mother died that group had been hanging out at the store. When your mother came back out after picking up a few items, the boys started messing with her. Apparently at first, they didn’t realize that it was your mother, then one of the girls recognized her. When Josh realized it was your mom, he basically took the lead.” he started.

“The entire group wasn’t there but present were Josh Klein, Mark Boudreaux, Darren Miller Chrissy Haynes, Haley Mills and Jennifer Smith. Everyone stonewalled us like they had been instructed but Jennifer Smith finally broke down and told us what happened.” he continued.

“Josh Klein cornered your mom and began to try and lift her skirt up. She resisted and started retreating into the alleyway on the side of the store. On the last attempt to put his hand up her skirt she slipped and hit the back of her head of the corner of the dumpster.” he continued.

“At that point everyone became rattled when they saw the blood coming from the back of her head. The coroner thinks she died instantly most of the evidence points that way. The three girls bailed out while the boys tried to revive your mother. When they figured out, she was dead they panicked. They picked her up and put her in the dumpster. They drove her car and dumped it then went back home.” he ended.

“They kill her and then throw her in the dumpster?” I asked.

“I really believe it was an accident but ... Nonetheless a serious crime.” he replied.

“So, what now?” I asked.

“Well for right now Josh, Mark and Darren had been charged with involuntary manslaughter. The girls have been charged with obstruction of justice. They are all trying to make bail right now.” he stated.

“Bail, they are going to get out?” I asked.

“The girls definitely, Mark and Darren probably. Josh, I’m not sure of yet.” He answered.

“They better stay indoors then because if I see them, it’s over.” I replied.

“From your past interactions with these people if anything happens to any of them you will be the first person suspected.” Detective Wilson stated.

“Doesn’t matter.” I replied.

“Chris, listen ... I know this is devastating but throwing the rest of your life away by killing one or more of them will not bring your mother back. Do you really think she would want you to spend the rest of your life in prison?” he asked.

“No, I guess not...” I answered.

“Let us handle this, Chris. Trust me.” he promised

Detective Wilson left shortly after, and I went back and laid on the sofa. If not for this stupid bull shit quarrel my mother would still be alive. Now how many families were going to be affected because Josh couldn’t stop? There was nothing in this world I wanted more than to be locked in a cage with him right now.

I decided to go to the gym and work out to relieve some of the anger I was feeling. I worked out for about ninety minutes, showered, and left. Since I was not that far from Lexie’s house I decided to drive past to see if her unit was in the driveway. Several minutes later I arrived at her house and her SUV was in the driveway. So, I pulled up and parked then walked up to the door and rang the doorbell. Jennifer, Lexie’s mother quickly answered the door.

“Oh, hello Chris, please come in.” she offered.

I stepped in and followed her the family room and took a sit on the sofa. She sat across from me in one of the reclining chairs that sat side by side.

“I just dropped by to see what Lexie was up to.” I stated.

“She is out shopping with her friend, Stacy. They should be back shortly. I can call her and tell her you’re here.” Jennifer offered.

“No, don’t bother her. I just saw her unit and thought she might be here. I will call her later.” I replied.

“It seems to me something is wrong between you two.” Jennifer quickly stated.

“No, not really. She got upset when I made a statement about wanting to take care of Josh Klein myself. We have not talked in a few days.” I answered.

“Lexie has been moping around here for days ... I figured something was wrong.” Jennifer admitted.

“I understand that she is a police officer and I’m talking about killing someone. I can see why she got upset.” I answered.

“Josh Klein is a piece of shit ... Always has been. He’s the youngest of four boys and has been spoiled rotten. Old man Klein has been cleaning up his messes for years.” Jennifer replied.

“I have had a few run ins with him. But I never believed that he killed my mother.” I answered.

“Well, whatever is bothering the two of you needs to be fixed. You and Lexie are good together.” she stated.

“I will call her later Ms. Thomas.” I said getting up.

I left right away and went to the grocery store to pick up a few items. I got home about ninety minutes later and put everything away. I sat on the sofa and decided now was as good a time as any to call Lexie. I dialed her number and put the phone to my ear. After four rings, she answered.

“Hello.” was the response.

“Hey Lexie, how are you?” I asked.

“Hey Chris, I heard you stopped by today and spent some time with my mother.” she responded.

“Yes, for a few minutes. I saw your unit in the driveway, so I stopped to say hello.” I replied.

“Sorry, I missed you. Are you feeling any better?” Lexie asked.

“I wasn’t feeling bad...” I answered.

“Ok, are you thinking any better?” she giggled.

“No, I still want to kill him. But I promise not to.” I answered.

“I’m off for the next four days so can I come over tonight?” she asked.

“Sure, not a problem.” I responded.

I made some dinner and ate then cleaned up the kitchen. I took a long shower and put on some shorts and a t-shirt. It was close to seven thirty when I heard a knock on the side door. The door opened and I heard Lexie’s voice.

“Hey Chris, I’m here.” she called out.

“Come on in.” I replied.

Lexie closed the door and walked into the living room sitting down next to me. She kissed me quickly on the lips and sat back grabbing my hand in hers. She had on pink yoga pants with a long black top over them. She was wearing a pink Nike’s with no socks. She smelled wonderful and I really wanted to grab her but since the disagreement I wanted to give her a bit of room.

“So, you and my mother had a nice conversation about me?” Lexie asked.

“No, it wasn’t really about you. Your mom mentioned that you didn’t seem yourself the last couple of days, so she figured something was wrong. I mentioned what I had told you and that I was wrong.” I replied.

“Well, I can tell you that you have already won my parents over, they adore you. You’re all my mother talks about.” Lexie admitting, sighing.

“I’m not trying to win anyone over Lex, just being myself.” I answered.

“So, you don’t want to win me over?” she asked, making a sad face.

“Of course, I do but I have to admit something.” I replied.

“What’s that?” Lexie asked confused.

“Well, I do find your mom kinda hot.” I answered.

Lexie reached up and push me down on the sofa quickly climbing on top of me. She pinned my shoulders down with both hands and lowered her face down to mine.

“Oh, you mother fucker, you’re gonna pay for that one.” she said, grinning.

“Am I?” I laughed.

“Shut the fuck up and make me cum.” Lexie commanded.

She leaned in and kissed me hard pushing her tongue between my lips into my mouth. She positioned herself so that she could rub her pussy on my cock through the fabric of her pants. In under a minute, she had my cock rock hard as she dry humped against me. I reached around and grabbed her firm ass pulling her against me. It did not take Lexie very long to explode into a powerful orgasm, her body tensing up for several seconds. Finally, she regained her breath and looked me directly in the eyes.

“Fuck, that is so much better than using my fingers.” she giggled.

“Glad I could help out.” I replied.

An hour or so later we were sitting on the sofa talking when Lexie completely changed to subject on me.