The Warrior: Heart of Stone Series, #3

By Lexy Timms

A mysterious legend exists from the days of an old…

 

A war, raging above us in the universe for the last thousand years. Tales were spun about a ruthless god-like king who sat on an eternal throne, protecting his kingdom from other clans. He carelessly cast lives away with a cold indifference and his legend grew, as he became the fear of many and the hope of a few.

An entire world filled with lustful pleasures and miserable pain came before him, with its many joys and reluctant sorrows but he could never feel anything. His power increased, while his coldness grew. He scorned love, laughed at death and watched as many lived, loved and died just for the pleasure of experiencing it. It never moved him, for he was the King of Beasts, the most feared and ungodly monarch of all the realms.

 

The power of his birthright brought an immortal existence for him which lasted for a millennia; though in reality, he'd not even lived a single day. He became weary of the throne and removed his crown to step into our world and find a way to feel alive. He found his heart and the beat of it started when the greatest power known to any world overwhelmed it. The bitterness faded while his cold eyes took in a new wonder, a new phenomenon—love.

 

He reveled in a new life where he lived, loved and was king no more.

 

The sins committed by him and the pain that fell on others by virtue of his cold actions, rippled through echoing against the fabric of time to bounce back endlessly.

Vengeance is cold and its deliverance divinely fated; the beasts of vengeance will have their day.

 

"Love can be a velvet gift with a steel gauntlet in it."

 

Heart of Stones Series
The Protector
The Guardian
The Warrior

• Language: English
• Publisher: Dark Shadow Publishing
• Release date: Jun 1, 2017
• ISBN: 9781386195153

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The Warrior

Heart of Stone Series, Volume 3

Lexy Timms

Published by Dark Shadow Publishing, 2017.

This is a work of fiction. Similarities to real people, places, or events are entirely coincidental.

THE WARRIOR

First edition. June 1, 2017.

Copyright © 2017 Lexy Timms.

ISBN: 978-1386195153

Written by Lexy Timms.

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The Warrior

Heart of Stone Series: Book #3

By Lexy Timms

Copyright 2017 Lexy Timms

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A MYSTERIOUS LEGEND exists from the days of an old...A war, raging above us in the universe for the last thousand years. Tales were spun about a ruthless God-like king who sat on an eternal throne, protecting his kingdom from other clans. He carelessly cast lives away with a cold indifference and his legend grew, as he became the fear of many and the hope of a few.

An entire world filled with lustful pleasures and miserable pain came before him, with its many joys and reluctant sorrows but he could never feel anything. His power increased, while his coldness grew. He scorned love, laughed at death and watched as many lived, loved and died just for the pleasure of experiencing it. It never moved him, for he was the King of Beasts, the most feared and ungodly monarch of all the realms.

The power of his birthright brought an immortal existence for him which lasted for a millennia; though in reality, he’d not even lived a single day. He became weary of the throne and removed his crown to step into our world and find a way to feel alive. He found his heart and the beat of it started when the greatest power known to any world overwhelmed it. The bitterness faded while his cold eyes took in a new wonder, a new phenomenon—love.

He reveled in a new life where he lived, loved and was king no more.

The sins committed by him and the pain that fell on others by virtue of his cold actions, rippled through echoing against the fabric of time to bounce back endlessly.

Vengeance is cold and its deliverance divinely fated; the beasts of vengeance will have their day.

Love can be a velvet gift with a steel gauntlet in it.

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CHAPTER ONE

CHAPTER TWO

CHAPTER THREE

CHAPTER FOUR

CHAPTER FIVE

CHAPTER SIX

CHAPTER SEVEN

CHAPTER EIGHT

CHAPTER NINE

CHAPTER TEN

CHAPTER ELEVEN

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CHAPTER ONE

THESE RUTHLESS CLEAVED spirits were crafted to be merciless and carry vengeance within stone hearts of marbled wrath. —Malias, the King of Beasts, 16th Century speaking about the gargoyle race.

LOS ANGELES METRO FREEWAY, One-0-One Interchange...2013

The car swerved down the rainy streets at a hundred miles an hour. Pouring rain slanted hard and ran over the dark road while the rapidly moving wipers on the windshield could barely keep up with the deluge. Benny gripped the wheel and gazed into his rearview mirror. Dammit, he’s still there. He’d already pushed his foot all the way down on the petal. He’s a fuckin’ bloodhound! Maybe I can lose him on the off ramp.

Benny leaned forward and tried to see the blurry road. Fuck, did I miss the ten already? The old Buick shuddered with a slam and tilted forward as his head slammed onto the steering wheel. Fucking cop! He gasped while his body trembled with panic. He’s ramming my bumper! What kind of damn engine does he have in that car?

Benny knew he’d better think of something and quick. With Payne on his bumper and his ass, he was gonna go down for this one. He already had two strikes and a third would mean life. His car suddenly swerved erratically while he heard a loud pop. A blowout? He gripped the steering wheel with all his might and tried to control the Buick while it spun sideways and back. He knew exactly when it left the ground as it rose from the flooding road and flew through the wet whirling air.

A loud crunching of metal sounded and it went on forever, as glass rained in shards all around him. His world turned upside down and exploded with a reverberating roar. Time whirled by in a dream-like vortex and he opened his eyes. Smoke pinched his nostrils as he was lying in the twisted metal, and the rain smattered his bloody face.

A pair of steely eyes gazed at him through the shattered car window.

Benny laughed when he saw the familiar, stern face. So, you didn't get me, cop! His mouth literally bled the words out. I ain't going in, you big dumb ass! He winced with pain while his laughter grew. The gas fumes wafted under his bleeding nose and he knew it would only be a moment before the car went up in smoke and flames.

An evil sounding chuckle rippled from all around him while the metal of his car twisted sideways with crunching glass spitting everywhere. Benny gasped and found himself standing on the slick pavement of the road.

The man, who held him in a steel-like grip, stood on long legs in a staunch, unrelenting stance, at well over six and a half feet of hard brawn—a truly unrelenting, brick laden physique. Damp russet hair crowned his head as his flinty dark eyes stared at Benny from a ruggedly handsome face, which currently wore an amused expression.

Benny blinked rapidly as he shook in the man’s one-handed grip. Victor Payne. A fearful shudder rolled through him while he peered up at the tall cop.

A malicious glint blazed from his eyes while he glared at Benny. So, you thought you were gonna die, eh? His cold smile widened at him.

Benny swallowed. I think my ribs are broke and my arm— He winced as his body rose higher in the wet, smoke coated air.

And to think, I wanted that particular pleasure, Victor growled low.

Benny anxiously looked around as he hung aloft. You ain't gonna finish me off, are ya? He heard the cold laugh again, while his body swung around and was unceremoniously deposited into a backseat. The car door slammed shut as he slumped down onto the cool inviting leather.

And don't bleed on my seats, or I ‘ll fucking bleed the rest of you out! Payne warned from the front seat.

Benny heard his old Buick explode behind them and lay his head back on the leather seat. Son of a bitch, how in hell did he get me out of my car? He closed his eyes with a relieved shaky sigh. Well, at least I’ll get a cushy stay at the county hospital.

Benny floated in and out of lulling consciousness, not knowing how long he’d been out. The double doors of the police station slammed against the building with a boom and his eyes popped open as Payne planted him at the desk. He huffed and puffed, his chin bleeding all over the counter.

Get him booked, Payne barked at the Sergeant. Three open warrants, evading arrest and flight from an officer, he paused. And tack on a public nuisance charge while you are at it. He scowled at Benny.

The police clerk blinked at him. But, he's bleeding all over the fucking floor!

The broad shouldered Lieutenant smiled. Ain't my problem. He let go of Benny's collar and Benny’s body folded like a crumpled wad of paper as he slid to the floor.

Damn it, Payne! The clerk shouted at his receding back and ran around the desk to lift the man from the floor.

VICTOR PAYNE SHUT THE door of his office and plopped down onto the leather couch. All in a day's work and way too much fucking fun! He reached into his pocket for his little cigars, took out his Zippo and lit one. Leaning back, he propped his boots up. Ahh, nice, he blew the words out with the flavorful smoke. A satisfied grin slipped over his lips. The door slammed open and he didn’t even react while he continued to enjoy his cigarillo.

Damn it, Payne! The captain’s voice boomed down at him.

He swiveled his gaze up to see her standing over him, her green eyes blazing.

What? he asked in an amused tone.

You can't keep bringing ’em in, all busted up! Laura Anders slammed the door closed behind her.

Now, Cap, I got a good excuse this time.

No excuses! She stomped her foot.

He wrecked his car.

She glared at him and sighed. "And,