Temptations Box Set books 1 & 2 (22 page)

"Your right that is a great idea but, first the police need to get your statement. Can you handle telling them your story? Or is it just too soon?"

I took a deep breath. "I am extremely strong and I will get this over with. I'm ready."

Just then two officers came in. "We are sorry to bother you Miss. Taylor." I was shocked to hear my maiden name.

"It's Mrs. Coal for the moment anyways until the annulment goes through."

"Ah, yes we have the paper work here and the annulment was granted.  Due to what has happened here today the judge put a rush on the paper work."

I smiled and started to cry. "Thank you so much." Woody squeezed my hand a little harder letting me know that he was still here. I was thankful that he was in fact still with me. I didn't know when it happened but, I know I was in love with him.

"So Miss Taylor can you please tell us what happen to you?"

"Oh yes of course." I told the officers the whole story down to every detail even though it was extremely hard to tell. I know the only reason I was able to even do so was because Woody was by my side. I was of course worried about what he would think of me after everything that has happened but, I felt strong and I knew it had to be told.

"Thank you Miss Taylor for your report I wanted to let you know that Jerry Coal is going to be locked away for a very long time.  There is a very good chance he will never be outside of a cell again."

I smiled at the officer for telling me that. "I feel like I can be at piece if he is locked away."

"I want to let you know just how lucky you are that Mr. Madison found you when he did. You see Miss Taylor upon doing a search of the cabin we found a box of recording of all of Mr. Coal's victims. You see every tape was of a different girl that tortured and killed. You are the only one still alive." I tried to soak every word in that the officer was telling me.

I can't believe this. Jerry used to seem so sweet and nice. Hell I thought I loved him. I never knew that man.  Hell I need to actually thank my sister if I ever see her again. "There were tapes of every girl?"

"Yes we even found the tape that was recording you. I'm sorry that we held that back but, we had to hear your side of the story. "

I couldn't believe that sick son of a bitch. I usually don't believe in the death sentence but, I think in this case I will fight for it. "Thank you again officers." I turned my head to look over at Woody.  "I want to make sure that asshole fries. Can you help me find the best lawyer for the job?"

Woody smirked, "I already found someone to take the case." I was shocked by this but, I guess I have been asleep for a while and who knows  what Woody was able to do during that time. 

I pulled Woody's hand closer to my lips so I could kiss it. "Thank you so much Sebastian Madison for being a part in my life. I love you!"

I couldn't believe everything Krystal has gone through. Listening to her tell her story to the officers was downright torture to me.  Jerry is lucky I didn't know all of that when I went after him. I would have killed him for sure.  I also can't get over the fact just how strong Krystal is. She is truly a fighter and I love her even more for it.

I don't care about the scars on her back all I care about is that she is going to be okay. I will make sure she has everything she will ever need. I don't want her to have to worry about anything. While she was still sleeping I called my father and had him set us up with a lawyer. I also told him about Krystal and how much I love her.

I still can't believe what he said to me. "Do you want me to bring your mother's ring to you?" I couldn't believe my own father saw what I couldn't at the moment.

"Hell yeah I do."

"Thank God son. For a while there I thought you might be gay."

I just laughed.' I'll see you soon dad."

After the officers left Krystal turned to me and said, "I want to make sure that asshole fries. Can you help me find the best lawyer for the job?"

"I already found someone to take the case." I told her knowing that should make her a little bit happier.

Krystal then pulled my hand up to her mouth and gave it a soft gentle kiss and told me the one thing I always wanted to hear from her. "Thank you so much Sebastian Madison for being a part of my life. I love you!"

I couldn't believe it she used my full name and everything. God I loved this women.  I looked deep into her lavender eyes and told her just how I felt. "Miss Krystal Taylor I love you more than my own life. I know I can't get down on my knees right now but, will you please do me the honor of becoming my wife."

Tears started to pour down her cheeks. Oh my God is she going to say no? "Of course I'll marry you! I love you so much. I knew after all we have been through and you are still by my side that you are a keeper for sure. I want you by my side everyday till the day I die. " I was so ecstatic I gently moved over to her bed trying hard not to hurt her in the process.

Krystal ended up lying against my chest and I had my arm under her holding her.  I kissed the top of her head and whispered in her ear "I love you!"

Krystal looked up and our eyes locked. "I love you too!" Then we kissed. Until some asshole interrupted us.  I looked up to see Connor, Heather and Krystal's sister Tara entering the room.

"Oh my God Krystal!" Tara cried out. "I'm so sorry I never knew. I swear to you if I knew..."

"It's okay Tara I forgive you."

Heather came up next crying. "Oh Krystal I can't believe we didn't see just how bad of a person Jerry was. I'm so sorry."

"I'm going to be okay. I might have some scars but, this is only going to make me stronger. I promise. "God I loved her so much. I kissed the top of her head again letting her know just how proud I am of her.  "Thank you guys for being here for me. It means a lot to me."

Just then my father walked in. He was wearing a black and charcoal pinstriped suit looking like the wealthy business man that he is. "Ah son I am so glad to finally see you." Be bent down and kissed my head. Then he looked at Krystal in my arms. "You must be Krystal."

"I am." She squawked out. Not sure if it was due to pain or because she was nervous.

"I am so happy to finally meet the women my son is going to marry." He bent down and gave her a kiss on the top of her head.

The room broke out in kaous. Connor, Heather and Tara all said, "What?" at the same time. I just smiled.  My father pulled out a white ring box out of his pocket and handed to me. I opened the ring box to see my mother's beautiful two carat diamond and sapphire engagement ring. I took the ring out of the box and moved Krystal's left hand closer so I was able to put it on her ring finger.

"What aren't you even going to ask her?" Heather said.

"He already did." Krystal told them. The room fell silent and I took this moment to kiss my fiancé.

Everyone started clapping and congratulating us on the engagement.

"I am so proud of you son. I love you! And Krystal welcome to the family." My father turned and walked out.

Everything in this book is fiction but
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                                                  Kristin Michelle Adams

About the author
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Kristin Michelle Adams lives in Northwest Indiana with her loving husband Derrick. She also lives with her three beagles and two cats. Kristin is also a big reader and reads about a book a day. Her favorite authors are Richelle Mead, Karen Marie Moning, H.P. Mallory, Olivia Cunning and the list keeps going.

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