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Post by sanne on Nov 5, 2009 9:08:56 GMT -10
So the Lynx is already in position and Mich is searching for something..... Sandra
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Post by NV Oracle on Nov 5, 2009 9:11:05 GMT -10
Don't worry, Eric, or Calleigh. She'll find them. Let's just hope that Horatio doesn't 'volunteer' to be in the sniper's sights again, cause I don't think Mich will let him do it.
Let's just hope that the Lynx is run down enough that she's off her mark.
Great chapter Lucy. Can't wait to see what happens next.
Your friend Oracle
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Post by Dr. Anna McBreadle on Nov 5, 2009 9:16:22 GMT -10
so the pressure is starting to show on the Lynx?? she's going to slip up and thats the moment Mich will pounce! lets hope that Mich finds what she's looking for! great chap lucy! luv sam x
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Post by deborah on Nov 5, 2009 13:17:39 GMT -10
Great chapter Lucy. So the Lynx is getting worried and that is not good. With the surveillence camera's the photo's should show something. She is afraid of the Wolfe good it will keep her on her toes, or make her careless.
Deborah
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Post by pinkyster on Nov 6, 2009 5:16:34 GMT -10
So the Lynx is resting in position. I hope Mich figures it out soon. Don't worry Eric & Calleigh, have faith in Mich, this is personal for her and you two should realize that. Yes, the blood and fingerprints will definitely hurt the Lynx in the future, so maybe she should retire now, before Mich retires her permanently...
Jen
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Post by lucymalta on Nov 6, 2009 21:53:08 GMT -10
So.... Mich is getting frustrated, Calleigh and Eric are worried... What about Horatio...?
Enjoy
Lucy
Chapter 65
Horatio was also watching Mich closely. The way she scrutinised every picture centimetre by centimetre made him smile softly, her attention to detail and focus on the job rousing his admiration. He wanted to walk over and join her – help her in her search – but prevented himself from doing so. Mich would not appreciate it, she would probably stop working because of his presence, not wanting him to find out what he was doing.
His anger surged to the surface almost making him slam his fist down on the table. He wanted to be part of this, wanted to take charge of his life instead of skulking around. Over the last couple of days, a police helicopter had tracked him to work and back home again and he wondered if that had been the Chief’s idea or Mich’s. He knew he would never find out.
As he watched, a messenger arrived with yet another set of prints for Mich to scrutinize. Unable to take the enforced inactivity any longer, he walked to the lab and spoke quietly from the door.
“Need any help?”
Mich looked up over her shoulder, the expression on her face distinctly annoyed, though her eyes told a different story. Soft and concerned, he realised that if the target were anyone else she would have accepted his offer. He stepped into the room and Mich turned to face him.
“Horatio…”
“Why Mich… Why won’t you let me help, I know more about the Mala Noche than anyone…”
Mich sighed, “Because this is not about the Noche Horatio… Yes, they have put out the hit on you, and you would be able to find out exactly who did it. This is about the Lynx, and what she will do to complete her mission. You know nothing about her and she is the enemy, the danger you are facing.”
Horatio scowled, his anger coming to the fore his voice rising in volume, “d**n it Mich, I cannot sit around here doing nothing…” Her hand on his cheek made him pause and calm down slightly, “Are you sure there is nothing…”
Mich shook her head, but the soft smile on her face made him pause, “What?”
“You are helping…”
H was confused, “How…?”
“By being close by… Your presence is enough to help me keep my focus, keep me working calmly… If you had not been here, I would have lost my temper several times over already and most of these pictures would have gone out of the window.”
“I will have an answer Horatio… Even if I have to work for the rest of the day and all night, I will find it.”
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It was 5pm when she spotted a hint of something, scrutinising the picture more carefully she grimaced, but still wasn’t a hundred percent sure. Quietly, she left the AV lab nodding to the officer who had been sent to watch over her, “Make sure no-one disturbs my work, I’m just taking a short break.”
Quietly she went to a tall building behind the PD and made her way to the roof. She pulled her field glasses from her pocket and looked around carefully. The glasses were those she had used in her missions – anti glare so the sunlight would not reflect off them, though the sun was behind her and setting slowly.
That knowledge startled her for a moment when she realised that the Lynx was probably preparing for a morning kill. Focusing her attention to one particular building, she pulled a face, she still couldn’t be sure – and she wasn’t going there otherwise the Lynx could be surprised into making an early move.
Mich swore to herself, her equipment was at home, if it had been at the PD she would have gone to the other building right now, but she could not take that chance. The Lynx had only two weapons with her – one to kill Horatio, the other for self defence and she was lethal with both. Going up against her unarmed was not only foolish – it was downright insane.
Returning to the lab, she once again turned her attention to the photographs, oblivious to everything around her. She could see nothing, but her instinct told her a different story… A touch on her shoulder made her jump and she found herself staring into Horatio’s eyes.
“Are you ok? I called you three times.”
Mich dropped her head, “Sorry, I didn’t hear you.”
“You found something?”
Mich shook her head, “I’m not sure, maybe, but…”
Horatio sighed, “You need a break Mich, you could be seeing ghosts…” he tried to lead her away from the table and out of the room.
“Horatio, I’ve got to…”
“No. It’s 8pm Mich, you have to come home… Rest, if necessary try again tomorrow with fresh eyes, now you won’t see anything.”
Mich tried to resist him, but the look on his face made her give in. She tried to tell him that tomorrow would be too late, but his finger on her lips prevented her from speaking. Silently she followed Horatio out to their SUV her mind screaming at her to do something, but Horatio gave her a look that held her in thrall and she had to comply.
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Post by sanne on Nov 6, 2009 22:52:34 GMT -10
I can completely understand H's frustration. I know I would be Think of it in a positive way, Mich....when you're home you can get your weapons and I'm sure you'll find a way to sneak out of the house (be sure to leave H a note, in case he finds out before you're back again ) and go have a look for yourself.....armed...... Sandra
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Post by NV Oracle on Nov 6, 2009 23:01:29 GMT -10
Horatio has faith in you, Mich. You'll find the answers. Look at it in the morning, with fresh eyes.
She's this close (hold fingers close together) to figuring out that the Lynx is going to pull a Harwood, and try to get H sniper style.
Great chapter, Lucy. Can't wait to see what happens next.
Your friend Oracle
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Post by margaret1234 on Nov 7, 2009 6:46:46 GMT -10
Great chapter Lucy. Poor Horatio still very frustrated but concernd about Mich at the same time. Go home and have a rest......you have to get your weapons anyway. My guess is the answer will come to you while you are resting and you will be off again during the night. Armed and ready to confront the Lynx.
Margaret
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Post by lucymalta on Nov 8, 2009 4:25:43 GMT -10
*Sigh* My muse is really working me hard at the moment... Maybe after today she'll give me a bit of a break.... H and Mich certainly need one...
Enjoy
Lucy
Chapter 66
Amber was already asleep when they arrived home, Sarah leaving the moment they walked through the door. The young nanny was happy to get the overtime, but she could sense how tired her employers were and wondered what was going on.
Kyra also noticed the sombre mood they were in. Knowing only that her mum was trying to help Horatio with something at the PD she remained silent, going to her room shortly after they had arrived home. While Horatio went upstairs to shower, Mich put together a light snack for them both.
It was about 10pm by the time they were both ready to relax on the sofa, but after just a few moments, Mich stood and walked to her laptop. She had sent the two pictures which had intrigued her to a secure e-mail account and wanted to continue comparing them.
Horatio pulled a face. Enough was enough.
Walking across the room, he pulled the plug, causing Mich to look up angrily. “What the hell…?”
Horatio caught her arm and pulled her out of the chair, “Stop… Now.”
“But…”
“No more Mich, what’s going to happen is going to happen whether we like it or not. However, I will not have you driving yourself insane, trying to find answers which are not there.”
Mich buried her head into Horatio’s chest, the frustration inside bringing tears to her eyes, not able to speak. Horatio held her close, understanding how she felt, his own frustration also coming to the surface. Feeling Mich beginning to shake, he realised that her frustration was being replaced by anger.
As she tried to pull away from him, he saw the Wolf in her eyes and gritted his teeth. Only now would he know if had really succeeded in defeating Mich’s alter ego.
“Let me go Horatio.”
“No, I want you here, with me…”
Mich glared at him and tried to break free of his grasp, but he held her fast. For a moment, the anger flared in Mich’s eyes, but her then head dropped and she gave in returning her head to its position on his chest.
“Horatio, what am I going to do if…”
“Let’s not talk about tomorrow shall we.” Kissing the top of her head, he continued to hold her until he felt the sigh pass through her body.
Lifting her head, Mich slowly regarded the face in front of her, then lifted her hand, allowing her fingertips to gently run over Horatio’s skin. Horatio remained silent, knowing that Mich was locking away each touch, each moment in her mind. A tear slid slowly down her cheek as she fought to control her emotions and he felt her pain as acutely as his own.
A soft kiss landing on the underside of his jaw brought his attention back to the moment. Softly he placed the palm of his hand on Mich’s cheek, his thumb brushing away the tear that rested there. As her eyes closed in pain, he dropped his lips to hers barely touching them.
Mich’s eyes flicked open, revealing them to be soft, liquid. If Horatio had ever doubted Mich’s feelings for him, they would have disappeared that instant. Only he could now see deeply into her eyes, see the pain of the past, the struggle that she had endured to keep herself sane, see to the very depths of her soul.
He saw the shadows – the fears and the nightmares that still fought for control – but he also saw the brightness of Mich’s hopes and dreams, her wishes and ambitions that were gaining momentum, gaining strength within her heart.
Mich stared up at the man she loved, the man she might lose the next morning yet no more tears came. It was as if she had cried herself out – even the pain had receded. For a moment H pulled her close once more, his cheek resting on the top of her head. She could feel his strength flowing from him into her and she calmed further.
Not a word was spoken as Horatio moved away, his hand catching her fingertips as he led the way upstairs. Mich followed, blushing as Horatio glanced back at her, a soft smile on his face. His smile deepened as they entered their room and Mich shyly looked up at him. It was as if the negative emotions had been stripped away completely from both of them.
He gave Mich a curious look and she blushed again, which surprised him, she was hesitant, almost nervous and he could see her catch her lip in her teeth. There was a vulnerability about her that he had never seen before and he couldn’t quite work it out.
Reaching out, he removed the ever present band and slid his hand through her hair, seeing her eyes close in enjoyment. A shy smile crept across her face as he stepped closer and Mich dropped her head a little – not to deny him, but a self conscious gesture, highlighting her uncertainty.
Gently Horatio lifted her chin and stared, “Mich…?”
Mich said nothing, returning his gaze with a soft look of her own, before she closed the small distance between them and gave him a kiss on the cheek. The gesture was so soft, so childlike, that H was startled. Tentatively, he kissed her forehead and was rewarded by another blush to Mich’s cheeks. He kissed the bridge of her nose and heard a teenager’s impish giggle.
Totally mesmerised by the change in his partner he ventured a little further dropping soft butterfly kisses down her jaw, a soft intake of breath making him smile softly. Under all the anger and pain, finally he had found the real person underneath.
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Post by pinkyster on Nov 8, 2009 5:00:41 GMT -10
Oh my, great chapter. Glad that Horatio was able to pull Mich away for the night. Hopefully this will rejuvenate Mich's mind and she will be able to find what she seems to be missing. So I am going to say! Are we going to get a special chapter? ?? So it's early in the morning and I haven't had my coffee LOL.... Jen
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Post by margaret1234 on Nov 8, 2009 8:52:54 GMT -10
Lovely chapter Lucy. Liked this slow build of their feelings for each other. But, I suspect this is the lull before the storm......I just cannot see Mich staying put all night.
Margaret
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Post by sanne on Nov 8, 2009 8:54:41 GMT -10
For now H has "won" this part, but......will it be enough to keep Mich inside all night long........or will she wait for the right moment, grab her weapons and go off into the night to get to The Lynx...... Sandra
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Post by NV Oracle on Nov 8, 2009 21:17:35 GMT -10
That's the question, Sandra. Hopefully, she will stay put.
Great chapter, Lucy. Can't wait to see what happens next.
Your friend Oracle
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Post by lucymalta on Nov 8, 2009 21:44:30 GMT -10
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