None Like Family

by Amilyn

Explorations of the dysfunctional family of Nick, Janette, and LaCroix. Also reflections on Nick's mortal family Nat, Schanke . Drabbles. Contains references to abuse, death.

21. Home Fires

Home Fires

by Amy L. Hull

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"Mrs. Schanke, I presume?"

Myra started. The woman suddenly next to her was the picture of sophisticated perfection. "Don mentioned this place." She heard the slur in her voice. Too many piña coladas. "Wouldn't give any details." She sniffed at the gyrating bodies. "I see why."

"So you had to...see it yourself?"

Myra picked at the drink's paper umbrella.

"Detective Schanke spoke of you and your...Janie?"

"Jenny."

"He wanted you safe. To go home. He could not be still and played...basketball." The woman's lip curled.

Myra laughed. "I guess I'm lucky you didn't kill him yourself."

"More than you know."

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Written as a Party Favor for Skieswideopen in the 2012 FKFicFest for the prompt: "Someone seeks help or advice from Janette."

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