Darcy's Downfall

by Erin Osborne

  “Whatever you need Prez,” he tells me, fully facing me so that I know he’s not going to spill the beans.

  I let him in on the bare minimum details about Riley’s time with Sam and her daughter Shelby. I’ve called in markers, promised markers to friendly clubs, and done as much searching on my own as I could with no luck. Now, I need to pull in the big guns and have Crash help me find Riley’s daughter and bring her home. Riley is fading away to nothing knowing that her daughter is out there in the world and she has no clue where. I can’t imagine the pain she’s going through. All I know is that I want to be the one there to wipe her tears, make it through the day, and bring her daughter back to her. I’ll stop at nothing to get Shelby back where she belongs; in the arms of her loving mother.

  “I got you. You have my word I’ll do whatever I can to help you bring her daughter home. You claimin’ her Prez?” he asks, staring at me and trying to gauge how much I’m vested in this.

  “I don’t know yet. What I do know is I want to heal this amazin’ woman and make her whole again. I love spendin’ time with her and she’s on my mind more than she should be. We both come with a ton of baggage and it’s not going to go away,” I tell him honestly.

  Crash nods and leaves the office. Leaving me alone with my thoughts when all I really want to do is make my way over to Riley’s house and spend the night with her. I’m there more than I’m here these days. Hell, I can’t even tell you when I was at my apartment the last time for more than grabbing a few more clothes.

  Riley

  I don’t know what is going through Gage’s head anymore. He spends all of his free time with me doing absolutely nothing at all. We usually sit in my quiet little house and watch TV or movies. There’s no touching or kissing, nothing more than friends spending time with one another.

  He’s been there when I’ve needed to vent about my day, missing my daughter, and anything else. I’m there for him to vent to, as much as he can without giving any club business away. And, he’s determined to help me find my daughter and bring her home. I will do anything I have to in order to bring her home. No matter how long it takes. I just want my baby girl back in my arms where she belongs. I never signed my rights away, she was stolen from me right after I gave birth to her.

  Every day I struggle to make it through without grabbing a bottle or the nearest painkiller. Right after she was taken from me, I drank like a fish and popped any pain pill I could get my hands on. I’m not proud of my reaction to her being taken from me, but it was where my head was at then. That’s why I couldn’t betray my best friend, Keira. She meant the world to me and I couldn’t let that monster get his hands on her.

  Some of you may hate me for even contemplating going through with betraying her, but in the end, it’s my story and my life. I knew I’d never forgive myself for hurting her more than she already was, so I kept my mouth shut and never once uttered a word about where she was or what was done to me.

  Gage is worming his way into my heart and putting one piece back at a time. I’m not sure that I’ll ever be good enough for him, and that’s why I think I have to push him away. I need to limit my time with him before he completely destroys any defense I have against him. It won’t take much honestly. Not for him. But, I’m going to do everything in my power to keep my wall firmly intact and up where it belongs!

  The End

  Darcy’s Downfall Playlist

  The Sound Of Silence – Disturbed

  Simple Man – Shinedown

  I’ll Follow You – Shinedown

  If You Only Knew – Shinedown

  Bad Company – Five Finger Death Punch

  Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow – Sweet Talk Radio

  My Faith In You – Brantley Gilbert

  Tuesday’s Gone – Lynyrd Skynyrd

  But We Lost It – Pink

  Through Glass – Stone Sour

  Marry Me – Thomas Rhett

  You Make It Easy – Jason Aldean

  Heaven – Kane Brown

  The Ones That Like Me – Brantley Gilbert

  You Promised – Brantley Gilbert

  What Ifs – Kane Brown

  Country Girl (Shake It For Me) – Luke Bryan

  That’s My Kind Of Night – Luke Bryan

  Anywhere – 112

  Acknowledgments

  First, I would like to thank the readers. If it weren’t for you, your continued support, and taking a chance so long ago (it feels like it) on a new author, I wouldn’t have made it as far as I have. You guys continue to make me want to get my stories out to you, see what new things I can do such as collaborating with other authors, and eventually go to a signing.

  My kids and family mean the world to me and have given me nothing but unwavering support and encouragement. They let me work when I have a deadline looming and do what they can to help me do everything else. Even though my kids may not understand everything I have to do when I’m working, they continue to encourage me to follow my dreams and reach for the stars.

  My amazing PA, Michelle. You have been a tremendous part of my support system since the very beginning. I’m lucky to call you one of my best friends and to have you in my corner. Since you became my PA, you keep my butt on track and hold me accountable for when I write and how much work I put in. You have gotten my name out there with everything you do behind the scenes and I’ll never be able to thank you enough. Love you!!

  Jenni, my adopted mama, you have been a show of support with everything. Thank you for taking the time to read through my words and point out anything that’s wrong with the story, timelines, and the dreaded comma. You have helped me talk through story lines I get stuck on and when I can’t figure things out. This is in a professional and personal manner. Thank you for being there for myself and my kids when you didn’t have to be. Love you!!

  Kim. You have become and amazing friend from a million miles away. I love your ability to pick things out that I overlook, including the smallest details that I forget. When I need someone, you have always been there for me and my kids. Thank you for being a friend, a member of my family, a beta reader, and someone that takes a minute out of your day to check on me when you know things are crazy and I’m way past my boiling point. We love you!!

  Darlene, you have been with me since the very beginning. You have become an amazing friend, an awesome beta reader, and someone that has had my back no matter what. My kids love you and you have become a member of our family. When I have wanted to throw in the towel and give up on my dream, you talked me down and talked me into continuing on with this journey. Thank you for everything. Love you!!

  Shelly, from Graphics by Shelly. You create some amazing covers and put up with me when I can’t make up my mind, if I want to change something, and when I don’t know exactly what I’m looking for. Thank you for creating some amazing covers for me that help bring my stories to life!!

  There are a few people that have been with me from the start and become friends and a part of my family. You know who you are, and I am thankful that you are there for me. When things go crazy in my personal life, you’re the ones I turn to and the ones that have my back. Even though we’re thousands of miles apart, you have been there for me when I haven’t had anyone else. Thank you for everything you have done for me!!

  I’m sure that there are people I’m forgetting. For that, I’m truly sorry. Please know that everyone is important to me and I will never be able to thank you enough for everything!!

  About the Author

  I am a single mom of three amazing children, living in Upstate New York. We have lived in New York forever and I can’t wait to start showing my kids other states.

  I developed a love for reading at a young age from my grandma. My kids are following in my footsteps and read almost as much as I do. I read anything I can get my hands on. Now, I get to live my dream and put my own stories out in the world. If I can help just one person know that someone else out there is going through something they are, I’ll consid
er myself successful.

  If I’m not writing, or reading, you can find me hanging out with my kids, watching NASCAR, listening to music, and teaching my kids how to bake and cook. We love to bake and learn how to make new things. I also love to rearrange my house every so often. It tends to drive some people around me crazy!

  One fact about me is that I’m extremely shy. But, I love meeting new people and hearing stories about their lives. You can meet so many amazing and interesting people by just taking a few minutes to listen!

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  Wild Kings MC: Dander Falls

  Darcy’s Downfall

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  Old Ladies Club

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  Old Ladies Club Book 2: Soul Shifterz MC

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  I’m down on my luck other than meeting two amazing men in a short period of time. I have a boss that is disgusting and run into some issues with him. When I think things are going to continue on a path leading nowhere, I find a sign that may just save me. Can I take a chance on love in an unconventional manner? Is someone out to get me and ruin my happiness, and if so, will my savior's turn out to be spawned from hell itself?

  Xavier “Duke” Cassle

  As Vice President of the Alpha Demons MC, my job is to stand by my brother’s side and support my best friend. The two of us are all we’ve ever had since we were teens. We may not always see eye to eye, but we have one another’s back no matter what. Will one person come between my best friend and brother? Can we overcome every obstacle put in our way and find the happiness in life that’s always eluded us?

  ** Intended for mature audiences, 18+

  Cover Designer: Graphics by Shelly

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