Part 5

Thunder rumbled through the sky as Crystal lay on the wet, cold ground being drenched by the rain. She tried to stand on her feet, but stumbled back down. It took a moment for the feeling of disorientation to go away and when it did, she was even more confused. “How did I get outside?” She could see the house peeking through the thick brush of trees.

“Jason?” Something told her he was nowhere near, but it didn’t hurt to call out just in case. More thunder boomed above her, which put her on the edge. Crystal was never a fan of thunderstorms and it had been raining nonstop since they arrived in the small town. After checking to make sure she had no injuries, slowly Crystal made her way through the trees back to the house. Even with the rain steadily falling she was able to hear a second pair of footsteps. Someone—or something was coming towards her. To not make a mistake like last time when she shot at the cat, she only aimed her gun in its general direction ready for whatever.

Crystal was definitely a believer and knew miracles were possible, but what she saw in front of her was almost too good to be true.

“It’s not possible…”

….

“Well…are you going to say something Jason or keep staring at me? I know I’m good looking, but I only dig chicks.”

‘This can’t be right.’ Jason thought. The person in front of him sounded, looked, and even acted like his brother, but why would he pop up here all of the sudden?

“Kevin, how…where have you been?”

“What? I went on a hunting trip, you know that.”

“A hunting trip for almost a year with no word Kevin? That’s stupid even for—“

“Wait,” Kevin cut his brother off. “Did you say I’ve been gone for almost a year?”

“Yes, you went on your own to hunt because you couldn’t wait for me then disappeared. I’ve been looking for you this whole time and now you’re telling me you remember nothing?” His story was making little sense.

“I remember hunting a trickster in Vermont. On my back to my hotel something jumped me and knocked me out. I woke the next day and headed here.” Even Kevin didn’t seem convinced by his story.

“And never once did you think to look at a calendar or newspaper? How could you not know it’s been so long, Kevin?”

“Ah, you know I never pay attention to those. That’s why I kept you around, sweetness.”

“So why didn’t you call mom or dad?”

“At twenty three, I didn’t know I needed to check in with mommy and daddy all the time.” It had to be Kevin. He was still the same brat that got on Jason’s nerves.

“I need to find Crystal.”

“Who’s that? Don’t tell me you finally got a girlfriend!”

“Nope, not a girlfriend, but she is pretty hot. We’ve been working this case together,” Jason paused and looked at his brother sincerely. They weren’t always the sentimental type, but when they did show it, it was always genuine. “I’m really glad to know you’re safe, Kevin. Thank God!”

At the mention of God, Kevin froze in his spot. For a split second Jason saw his eyes flash black then back to their true blue color. This isn’t right.

Kevin knew that Jason saw what happened and prepared to attack him, but wasn’t fast enough. Like a true gunslinger, Jason drew his gun and shot what appeared to be his brother killing him instantly; leaving only ashes where it once stood. Jason suspected that it was a demon in disguise, which is why he mentioned God to test it. Demon’s never liked that.

….

“So explain to me again what you’re doing here, Jade?” Crystal asked her sister as they walked together to the house.

“Well daddy went to search for you and I begged to tag along. You know he can’t tell me no.”

Crystal had to laugh; it was impossible to their dad to tell them no. “But I don’t understand. I saw what happened to ya’ll. I was the one that found ya’ll…” She couldn’t bring herself to say it. Dead.

“That was all a trick. It wasn’t really us that you found dead, sis. That demon or whatever kidnapped us and sent shape shifters in our place in hopes of making you believe we were dead.”

“That makes no sense. Why would it matter to any demon if I knew my family was dead or not?”

“Beats me, Crystal, you know I have absolutely no knowledge in any of this demon hunting business that you and dad are in.”

Crystal was convinced that the person she was talking to was indeed her sister, but also kept a ready hand near her gun holster.

“Now where is dad? Why did he leave you alone knowing this town is crawling with demon possessed people that won’t hesitate to kill you?”

“He’s out looking for you. He thought I would be safe at that house, but something came after me. I guess it lost interest when I ran into these woods. Maybe it knew my big sister would kick its butt!”

Talking to Jade made Crystal realize how badly she missed her family. It had been a long year. They both rejoiced when they reached the house. Finally they were out of the freezing downpour and embraced the warmth coming from the heating system.

“Jason! Where are you?”

“Crystal?” He briskly jogged down the stairs. “I’ve been looking all over this crappy house for you.” He looked over her shoulder at the young girl standing behind her. This won’t be good.

“Well, if you didn’t notice I’m soaked. Somehow I was transported to the woods behind the house. You won’t believe who I ran into while I was out there.”

Jason hated how excited Crystal looked as she introduced him to what she believed was her sister. Since meeting her, he’d never seen her so upright and happy. Casually, he pulled her over to the side to break the news, “Crystal…I wish I wasn’t telling you this, but there is no way that’s your sister.”

In an instant her face contorted into an angry scowl. “What are you talking about? Who else would she be?”

“Look, not long ago a demon pretending to be my brother also popped up. That’s too much of a coincidence. This is Lilly’s doing.” Crystal looked back at her sister who was smiling innocently and back at Jason; his face the complete opposite.

“That’s my sister…she has to be.” Crystal spoke quietly as if she didn’t believe it anymore herself. “Jade, come on, we need to go find dad.”

Jason tried to stop Crystal by grabbing her arm, but she shook free and walked towards Jade. What he was about to do was going to hurt Crystal, but he knew it had to be done. There was no other choice in the matter. “Crystal, where in God’s name are you going?!”

Like his brother had done, Jade froze in her spot and glared at Jason. That didn’t bother Crystal much until she noticed the quick flicker of her eyes turning black.

“No…” Crystal instantly knew she put herself and Jason in danger by believing the demon was actually her sister.

The creature let out an unearthly growl and leapt forward to attack Jason. He wasn’t quick enough to shoot or even block what the demon planned to do. It sent a kick straight at his face making contact with his chin.

Meanwhile, Crystal was punishing herself for being so desperate to believe that creature was in fact Jade. The sounds of the brutal beating it demon was giving Jason caught her attention and she knew what she had to do.

Taking out her gun she simply said, “I’m sorry Jade…” and pulled the trigger.

End

Part 4

“Hello! What can I get for you, a king-sized bed?” The young motel clerk asked smiling brightly.
“No.” “Yes.” Crystal and Jason responded at the same time. The clerk looked at both of them confused.

“My silly wife,” Jason laughed. “She’s upset with me, but I’m pretty sure I can fix that quick.” He finished with a wink.
….

“Jason, are you crazy?”
“Depends on who you ask.”
“Why did you get a room with ONLY a king-sized bed? I don’t know you like that!”
“Aw, don’t worry. I won’t try anything unless you ask.” He was still all smiles. If Crystal had only just met him she never would have guessed that his friend had been murdered.

“Jason, I hate to impose, but aren’t you upset about Maria? She was murdered!”
Slowly the smile on his face vanished. “Everyone grieves differently, Crystal. Just because I’m not crying doesn’t mean I’m not hurting. Maria was a good woman and close friend. I can’t wait to find the bastard that did it, but until then I still have a job to finish! You only have so long to morn someone before your next job pops up. What am I supposed to do? Cry in a corner while someone else dies?”
For the first time, Crystal was seeing Jason acting serious. She never thought about how he might be feeling on the inside. Not everyone carries their emotions on their sleeves.
“I’m sorry…”
“Don’t be Crys.” His smile returned.
“Well, I’m kina hungry. I think I’ll run and grab some food. Want anything?”
“Yeah, a nice big sandwich. I should go with you to make sure you’ll be safe, but I think you may beat me down if I do.”
She smiled back at him, “I would. Don’t worry I’ll be okay and I’ll call if I run into any trouble.”
….

In the shower, Jason was able to think about what happened. Another friend dead. The sight of Maria’s lifeless body sent chills down his spine. He didn’t want Crystal to see him get emotional about it, besides crying wouldn’t bring her back. One thing was certain… someone or thing was going to pay for her death. What Jason had yet to tell Crystal was that Maria had done her own research and found out where Madame Lilly lived. She too was suspicious of the new comer.
Jason figured he had a while before Crystal returned so he decided to walk around the motel room naked after getting out the shower. In his mind he did his best thinking nude.
….

Twenty minutes later the door to the motel room was being opened. “Hey Jason, I hope you like reubens they… “Crystals words died when she saw the naked man walking around. “Don’t look down, don’t look down.” She told herself. “CRAP I looked!”
“Oh uhh…Well hi.” Jason blushed, but didn’t attempt to cover up. “Just consider us even.” He smiled broadly.
“Whatever, you pervert! Just please put some clothes on!”
….
“So Maria, God bless her, found out where Lilly lives. She wrote some notes before...well you know what happened and hid them in a place that only I would know about at her house. Someone was obviously on to her which is why they killed her. She said that after Lilly showed up strange things happened. So we take her out and solve the town’s problem.”

“Sounds good to me.” Crystal yawned. It had been a long day and her body was sore.
“Get some rest beautiful. We can start again in the morning.”
She was already climbing into the bed as he spoke. Jason had to admit it; he liked Crystal a lot. Not only was she beautiful, she was smart, strong and brave. Nothing like the other women he met, well that and the hunter part.
“Women” he snorted and went to sleep in the chair at the dining table.
….

“So how far is the house, Jason?”Crystal asked. They’d been in the car for nearly thirty minutes. It was an ugly gray day and the rain was coming down in heavy sheets.
“Not much longer and we’ll be there. I know you’re eager, I am too.”
“Jason wait” She yelled. He looked over at her as if she was insane.
“What?”
“I just saw someone enter that cemetery.”
“Yeah, so?” He didn’t see that as a reason to randomly scream his name.
She shook her head “I think it was Sara.”
“Huh? What makes you so sure?”
“Women’s intuition, now please can you turn around.”
“Only because you said please.”
….
“Boy this rain ain’t lettin’ up. You should have worn white, Crys.”
Crystal did her best to hide her smile. She liked that Jason shortened her name; it made her feel closer to him. “Remind me to slap you when this is all over.”

The further they walked into the cemetery the colder it felt. It wasn’t uncommon for cemeteries to be colder than other areas due to the frequent paranormal activity.
“Right there, Jason. Do you see her?”
“Yeah.” Cautiously, he drew his gun.
“No, don’t shoot her. Maybe I can talk to her.”
“And maybe Santa will bring me that G.I. Joe toy I’ve always wanted.”
“Please, Jason. Not yet” She pleaded.
It was hard for him to ignore the pleading look in Crystals light green eyes. He could feel himself falling under her spell. “Argh! Don’t give me that puppy dog look. If anything goes wrong I’m shooting.”
“Deal.”

The girl stood motionless in front of what appeared to be a freshly dug grave. She didn’t seem to mind the freezing rain.

Sara? Is that you Sara?” Crystal had to speak louder than she wanted so she could be heard over the heavy rain.
“I didn’t mean for this to happen.” The girl said without turning around. “She wasn’t supped to die.”
“What happened? Who died?”
“My mom.” She pointed to the dirt mound. “I killed her. I only wanted to deal with Roderick. He was the only person I wanted! Now my mom is gone and the town’s people are turning evil. It’s my fault!”
“You got that right.” Jason said loud enough for Crystal to hear. She elbowed him hard in the ribs.

Sara appearance frightened Crystal. Her bony face was sickly pale. Her skin was so pale it almost appeared translucent.
“You can fix this Sara, help us take out Lilly.”
“What for, my mom still won’t come back. Just kill me…please. Do it before that demon takes over me again. When it does I won’t be in control ever again and no one will be safe.”
Jason was eager to use his gun, but Crystal had other plans.
“No, we can still save you. The demon can be exorcised.”
“No it can’t! You have to shoot me! Time is running out.” She continued to beg with the two to end her life.
Jason understood the seriousness of the situation. He admired the fact that Crystal wanted to save the girl so badly, but an individual that’s been possessed for so long has little chance of being returned to normal. “Crys, we have to take her out. She said it herself, it's—“

“Too late!” Sara yelled. Her eyes were now jet black pools. “You should have listened to the girl. I’ve never been inside a body filled with so much hate! There’s no way I’m giving this up.” The demon was now in complete control and enjoying every moment of it.
“Now if you’ll excuse me.” It ran past the two roughly throwing them out the way and disappeared.

Crystal felt horrible. She allowed her emotions to get the best of her and alter her judgment. “I’m sorry Jason. I…I let it get away.”
“You did, but I don’t blame you. No one can blame you for wanting to help. Let’s get going, but this time NO stops.”
….
“This house Lilly lives in, Maria believed is some type of portal for demons. This isn’t the first time an incident like this has happened here.” Jason explained as he drove. “Fifty years ago a mysterious woman came to town. She met with a young person with similar issues. Nearly everyone became possessed. Then just like that,” he snapped his finger. “they vanished. Few survived and they booked right away.”
“Vanished? To where? Why this town?”
“That’s something you can ask Lilly, we’re here.”
….

“Keep your guard up, Crys. No shooting at cats.”
“Screw you.”
“When this is over we can do all that.” Like in every other case he had to have the last word which was usually something perverted.

As soon as they entered the house something went wrong. Both were blinded by a bright flash of light.
When her vision came back; Crystal looked around confused and Jason was nowhere to be found.
….
“Crap.” Jason rubbed his head. He and Crystal had been split up. After catching his bearings he started to walk. The house wasn’t very large. Crystal had to be near.

“Jason is that you? “ A young male walked around the corner. “It is you!”
Jason saw it, but he didn’t believe it.

“Oh man, I’ve been looking for you!” The young man walked up to Jason hugging him tightly. Jason had yet to reply or even blink.
“Dude, if I didn’t know any better I’d say you aren’t excited to see your brother.”
....

Part 3

Startled, Crystal shot her gun sending a bullet in the air.

“Scared of a little pussy cat?” Jason walked up behind her laughing.

“Shut up. The stupid thing caught me off guard. Besides I hate cats.” Once again she felt embarrassed in front of Jason. She was supposed to be an experienced hunter, yet cats were frightening her.

“Well I managed to get the door open while you shot at an innocent cat.” He continued to laugh.

Crystal thought differently. ‘Cats are all but innocent’ she mumbled. She’d seen the small felines transform into creatures of your darkest nightmares more than once.

The inside of the house was much like the outside; cold and damp. Crystal felt dirty just from breathing in the thick stale air.

“Ugh, it smells like grandma in here” she held her nose.

Jason laughed, “Well maybe there’s a grandma here. You check upstairs and I’ll look down here.”

….

A thick film of dust covered the furniture in Sara’s bedroom.

“Crystal…” A voice whispered her name. She was used to demons playing these sorts of tricks, but this voice was familiar. A wave of nausea hit her when the voice said her name again, this time louder. It sounded like her deceased mother.

“Shut up, shut up, shut up!” She said angrily to the voice. It was relentless and would not stop calling her until she raised her gun in its general direction. “I said SHUT UP!!”

….

“I heard you yelling up there. Everything okay?”

Crystal walked into the living room where Jason was. “Uh, yeah everything is fine. I found Sara’s diary. This is definitely our girl.”

“Lay it down for me sistah.”

Crystal rolled her eyes at Jason’s comical attitude and opened the diary. “Well she goes on to talk about how much she hated her step father. He abused Sara and her mother verbally and physically often.” She skipped through a few more pages until she found what she was really looking for.

“Okay now check this." Crystal began to read Sara's diary.

‘Today I met this woman. I thought she was crazy at first because she kept telling me how she could fix my powers. She knew about Roderick being abusive! The woman told me that she could grant me special powers. I can’t lie…I’m VERY curious.’…. ‘Well I went to Madame Lilly’s. That’s the woman’s name. She was telling the truth! She really did give me powers! And you know what I did? Roderick was first. I lured him out to the backyard one night while mom was at work. I gave him the story that some hogs were in his garden. When he found out I lied he charged me. Madame Lilly told me I could be as creative as I wanted to be so I made him burn from the inside. Oh the look on his face! Now mom and I can live a better life.’

“So abused girl talks to some lady and is granted powers.” Jason stated rubbing his chin.

“And she’s using this power to possess others in the town? That makes no sense.” Crystal continued to flip through the girl’s diary looking for clues but found nothing. “I do not understand this; why involve others? What’s her MO?”

“You got me suga, but now that we have a name maybe we can get somewhere. Let’s head to Maria’s. She may know where this Lilly chick lives.”

….

Upon arriving at Maria’s, Crystal could feel something was wrong. Maria not answering her phone didn’t help. It was eerily quiet outside, so quiet you could hear a pin drop from a mile away. Jason knocked on the door a few times. “Dammit! She has to hear me knocking.”

“It’s late maybe she fell asleep.”

“Nah, that woman can hear for miles.”

“Do you think something is wrong, Jason?”

Rather than answering Crystal’s question, Jason took out his gun and proceeded to breaking down the front door. “Maria! Where are you?”

Silence was the only response and not too soon after entering the home they found out why. A trail of blood led around the corner.

Lying slumped against the living room wall was Maria. “What the hell happened? Maria!”

The two knelt down in front of her, but they already knew the outcome.

“She’s gone…I can’t believe it.”

“I’m so sorry Jason.” Death was something Crystal knew all too well. She decided that Jason deserved a moment alone and headed outside. The rain was finally starting to let up and the temperature seemed to drop nearly twenty degrees.

“You don’t belong here girl.” A raspy voice growled. She turned to face a middle ages man. His hollow eyes gave him a death like appearance.

“Is that so? And you’re going to make me leave?” Crystal challenged.

“No, WE are!” Out of nowhere a woman appeared and gave Crystal a devastating blow to the stomach knocking the wind out of her. She tried to call out to Jason, but had no air to talk.

The two possessed took turns slamming their fist and knees into her. Somehow she managed to deflect on blow and regained her footing. She swung with all her might and made contact with the possessed woman’s face. Her jaw slacked as the bone cracked and gave way to the hit.

“Jason!” Crystal finally called out right as a third demon showed up.

Once again he came to her rescue, though this time she wasn’t completely helpless.

It took longer than they hoped but they were able to take out each individual.

“You okay Crystal? Jason frowned at the blood trickling down her split lip.

“Yeah, I’m good thanks.” She huffed wiping up the blood. “What about you? I’m sorry about what happened to Maria.”

“Me too. C’mon let’s go. We need to get you patched up and come up with a plan.”

Crystal found it odd that they weren’t going to search the house for clues, but she also liked the idea of leaving. She was tired and wanted nothing but rest.

End

Part 2

*Warnings: dark pics, wordy*

“Is this how you normally meet women? Bursting in bathrooms while they’re butt naked and putting bullets in people’s head?” Crystal was embarrassed that they stranger saw her nude and that he killed the demon that attacked her.

“Well that’s a funny way to thank someone,” He responded with a thick southern accent that she found oddly attractive. “I guess I should have let it kill you then?” He continued.
“No, no…I appreciate it. I’m just not used to being saved or having random guys see me naked.”
“Ah, don’t worry about it. You got a nice body.” If looks could kill he would have died several times over from the angry scowl Crystal gave him. “Sorry, sorry. Name’s Jason. Might as well become properly acquainted right?” He extended his hand to shake hers.
“Crystal...” she hesitantly accepted the gesture and shook his. “How did you know that I was in trouble?”
“I had been following that demon for a few weeks now. It went on a rampage killing about thirty people. Somehow it was evading me up until recently and I was able to track it here.”
“Demon?” Crystal played dumb.
“Oh, don’t act like you didn’t know. You’re a hunter. That specific type of demon will only go after hunters. What you do that pissed it off?”
“Probably because I killed its friend a few days ago” she walked over to the dresser to find some clothes. “It’s been on my trail ever since and I guess I got sloppy. Now turn around so I can change clothes. I’ll know if you look too.”

….
“Staying here’s probably not a wise thing to do. You know more are soon to come.” Jason warned.

“Yeah, just as I was starting to get comfortable.”
“That reminds me.” Jason now had a worried look plastered on his face. “You down happen to own a red Jeep, do you?”

….
“You aren’t serious!!!” Crystal yelled as she viewed what used to be her vehicle. It was beyond repairs. “My baby! I wish I knew how to bring it back to life so I could kill it again!” she always took pride in her Jeep.

Jason remained silent while Crystal fussed about her vehicle. He didn’t mind it; hearing her complain almost reminded him of his brother.
“Hey Earth to Jason,” she snapped her fingers in his face breaking him out of his almost trance like state. “something on your mind, you haven’t said a word.”
“Oh, its nothing.” Crystal knew there was something he wasn’t telling, but they had only just met and she wasn’t about to pry.



She went back to examine the damage on her Jeep. “Yes indeed.” Jason smirked at her figure.
“Keep staring and I’m going to cut your eyes out.” Crystal barked without looking at him. She could feel his eyes traveling her body.
He had to laugh. It was soon, but he liked her. Something about her presence put him at ease. As he continued to admire her frame his phone rang. “Jason, where are you?” The sweet voice of his old friend, Maria brought a bigger smile to his face instantly.

“Right outside of Memphis. What’s up?”
“Oh perfect. There’s something strange going on up here in Flat Woods. A lot of mysterious murders are happening and people turning against each other. I think we have some serious demonic activity.”
“Sweet, I’ll check it out!” Jason loved going on hunts. It was something he excelled at. Not to mention the women that often wanted to show their gratitude for him saving their lives. “Hey sweet thang,” He spoke to Crystal “There’s some commotion going on about a hundred miles from here, care to join?”
Crystal didn’t see any other option at the moment. She no longer had a car and the people she usually worked with were hundreds of miles away. “Alright, but don’t try anything funny.”
….

She had no idea what she was doing. It wasn’t uncommon for demons to impersonate hunters so they could lure others in and kill them. One thing she learned since becoming a hunter was that no one is as they seem.
“So Jason, how long have you been a hunter?” She asked. She was tired of listening to Pearl Jam and felt getting to know him was important.
He turned the radio off and replied, “Oh bout ten years now. You can say its part of the family business.”
“Family…” She sullenly repeated the word.
Noticing her change in attitude, Jason spoke again. “You have any family?”
“I did. They’re all gone now. Mom, dad, little sister.” The memory of her family was a painful one. Before all of this, life seemed to be perfect. Good job, steady boyfriend, a loving family. In just one night everything had been stripped from her. Unable to live in San Antonio, Texas where she grew up, she packed the needed items and traveled around hunting the creatures that made her life the way it was now. “How about you, mr?”
Jason didn’t reply right away. Even though his story was nowhere near as sad as Crystals it was still painful. “My dad was a hunter up till her was almost mauled to death, and then my mom made him quit. They live out in Missouri but travel often. I also have a younger brother. He’s gone missing though. No one’s seen or heard from him in almost a year. So along with hunting I’m also looking for him. He was also a hunter so I know he has to be alive…”
Silence soon befell the two again. Crystal felt a slight hint of jealousy towards him for having a family. She longed to hear her sister’s playful giggle or her father’s thunderous laugh. Why did things have to change?
….
Crystal didn’t know she had fallen asleep until Jason gently tapped her on the shoulder.

“Rise and shine beautiful. We’re here.” ‘Here’ was a very small very American looking town. Tennessee was one of her favorite states to visit. The people were always so friendly. This time was obviously different.

As they got out the car a cold light rain started to fall. “C’mon, there’s someone we need to see” He grabbed her hand tugging her along.

“First day here and you’ve already nabbed a woman, huh Jason?” A heavy set middle aged woman loudly laughed.
Jason could feel Crystal growing tense and quickly spoke before she could. “This is Crystal, Maria. She’s also a hunter.”
“Is that so? You’re far too cute to be a hunter.”
Crystal gave Maria her best fake laugh and smile. ‘First she thinks I’m some groupie, and then she thinks I’m too cute for my job?’
“So Maria what do we know?”

“All of this started after a guy name Roderick Perry was found dead a few weeks ago. A real prick he was. Police found his body in the old graveyard up town. When they performed the autopsy they found out all his internal organs had been…melted. I’m shocked that he wasn’t leaking from every orifice.”
“Any idea who did it?” Crystal was intrigued. Never before had she been on such a case.
“Rumor has it that his step daughter had something to do with it. She and her mother have been missing for a week now though. The police are so caught up with the rest of the town they haven’t focused on her. I bet if she’s dealt with all this mess would be resolved. Here’s her address.” Maria slid a piece of paper with scribbling on it over to Jason. “Now you take care of my baby, Crystal.” She winked then disappeared behind a door.

“Her baby?” Crystal teased. Jason didn’t look the type to like bigger women.
“She’s just messing around and I know what you’re thinking. I only have one response: more cushion for the pushin’!”
The both of them burst out laughing. There was an unmistakable chemistry between them.
….

The Perry residence was located on the outskirts of town.
“Home sweet home.” Crystal frowned as they pulled into the dirt driveway. Every window had been boarded up; tall unkempt grass and garbage littered the front yard. It was the poster child for a haunted house.
An intense feeling of excitement overwhelmed Jason the closer he got to the house. Hunting gave his otherwise pointless life a meaning. It gave him purpose. Crystal on the other hand was very uneasy. Something was different about this case. It was going to be the one to test her.
“You keep an eye out for anything while I break down this door.” Jason said to Crystal. She didn’t like taking orders from some man she hardly knew, but work was work.

“You hear that Jason?”
“Hear what?” He grunted a response as he kicked the door.
“There it goes again.” From a distance she could hear the faint sound of footsteps in the grass. Instinct told her to pull out her specially made gun. She pointed it in the direction where the sounds where coming from at the same time something lunged at her.