Ruby: A Mystic Stones Jewel: Mystic Stones Series, #6

By Kayla Curry

Tom's obsession with Ava began long before the events of Obsidian.

The client that catches Ava’s eye happens to be a powerful leader of the Psytech corporation. She doesn’t think he’s interested in her other than to poach her from Herrick-Peyton so she can work at Psytech. Little does she know, Tom’s interest in her runs much deeper.

This short story companion to Obsidian (Mystic Stones Series #1), shows the point-of-view of both characters at a pivotal point in their relationship. This story can be enjoyed before or after reading the novel of Obsidian.

Previously released in 2012. Now remastered.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Kayla Curry
• Release date: Jan 20, 2016
• ISBN: 9781524255183

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Dedication

Ruby is dedicated to my mother and grandmother. To my mother for her never ending support. To my grandmother who I never met.

The brooch passed down from my grandmother to my mother, and then to me served as the inspiration for this story and an important part of the Mystic Stones Series. The brooch pictured on the cover is the actual brooch I inherited. Its beauty, along with the matching earrings, have been some of my most precious possessions.

Note from the Author

Ruby: A Mystic Stones Jewel can be read before or after reading Obsidian: Mystic Stones Series #1. This short story is another look at Ava and Tom’s relationship before the events of Obsidian and is told from both points of view. Please enjoy this Mystic Stones Jewel as a bonus to the series.

Part One: Heat

Ava

The metal elevator doors glided open to the luxurious seventeenth floor of the Herrick-Peyton building. Fresh, colorful hibiscus flowers scented the reception area and greeted me. I glanced around and made eye contact with the man I was looking for. His face lit up when he saw me, and his handsome grin made my smile spread across my face.

Miss Tanner, what brings you up to the seventeenth floor? Mr. Walker asked.

Well, it’s been almost a year since you signed your last lease, and since you seem so comfortable up here, I thought I’d bring up the renewal papers, I said as I looked around the lobby.

"Wonderful! Let’s step into my office, shall we? I’ll