by Jennifer Smith

Created on: July 15, 2008

A SHADOW THAT KILLS, Sam Madison had positioned himself just behind his victim's driver's seat. He snuggled amongst old newspapers and crime books. The wait was beginning to grate on his nerves and the position he was in was starting to hurt his back. "She is such a clutter horde", thought Sam. The rain gently spattered the windshield like a blood spatter in slow motion. The night was muggy, hot, and humid for San Diego, California. The whisper of the wind sent chills down his spine. He was excited and manic. Sam Madison eyed his victim, his prize, and what a beautiful prize she was.

The lights from across the street were momentarily reflected as Julie kicked the front door open, struggling not to drop all of her books. She couldn't help but wonder where all the men were when she needed them. She exited the Federal Building into the balmy night and made her way towards her car. But before she could truly embrace her freedom, Steven Hinkley, a snub-nosed-male-pig, also known as her boss, intercepted her.

"Julie, I just wanted to let you know that tonight I became a true fan of your work. That report you gave was truly insightful and thoroughly profound." Hinkley gave Julie no choice but to act, as he extended his hand for her to shake.
"Thanks," Julie nodded as she shook his hand.
Julie was armed with a firm grip and a cautious charisma that made her irresistible to men. In her experience it was better to be on the giving end of the relationship, than on the receiving end of it. Most men were pigs, and Steve was no different.

"I can't wait for your next lecture. Tell me, what it is about" Steve was polite and harmless as he spoke, but his eyes never wandered from hers.

"Nope, I cannot. If I told you I'd have to kill you and we both know that that is against the law." Julie's attempt at humor almost made her gag. She thought it was revolting. She looked at him for a long second, waiting on his response. He almost made her uncomfortable by his stare.

"Did she make him nervous?" If he thought for one moment that she was after his job, he was grossly misinformed.
Steve smiled. "Well, keep your secrets then, Julie. I'll be looking forward to next week and as always, a very good job."

She said nothing back for a moment. He had caught her off guard. Was this some kind of game?
"Thanks, Steve, just another day at the office," she said with a smile. "Now if you are going to stand there"
"Oh shit, let me help you." Steve grabbed a few of her books and walked her to her car.
"Thanks

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