Phoenix Contract: Part Two (Fallen Angel Watchers) (6 page)

Matthew stood transfixed, gaping in astonishment at the man’s remarkable speed and precision. The skill displayed—the coordination, timing, and rhythm—were as complex and intricate as a dance.

Whirling to meet the second ghoul, the sword fighter intercepted its headlong charge with an out-thrust sword. The undead howled as the blade ran it through, embedding to the hilt in its chest, tip protruding from its back. Arm and weapon extended, the swordsman held the ghoul in place, an artist intent on his work.

“Wait a second!”

Matthew stopped and raised inquiring eyebrows at Aiden. “Yes?”

“Magnus only used one sword that night in the parking lot!” She bounced with the excitement of having discovered a supposed inconsistency in his story.

“He’s versatile,” Matthew said archly and shrugged. “And a showoff. He’s also been known to use guns when he’s not clowning around. Now may I continue?”

“I guess,” she replied with a sullen pout.

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Melissa Thomas breathes life into her dreams, bringing imaginary characters and fantasy worlds into our reality. She loves her characters so much they become her alter-egos, enacting the exciting adventures she envisions for them. She is a resident of San Francisco, California and adores the picturesque city by the bay. Her hobbies include surfing and scuba diving.

Phoenix Contract is her debut novel.

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