Page 65 of The Crowing of Hell
“We aren’t going through the reports. We’ve called church because of the threat to Kendara and the fact our security was hacked. Sunny?” Chance said.
“Yeah, we were compromised. Exactly the same way as Kendara’s system was. I’ve had Nigel, Leila, and Worm here today, and they’ve each patched up the system and then tried to hack each other’s fixes. We’re one hundred per cent now. All three agreed, whoever did this, is highly skilled. They left no fingerprints or any trace. But we’ve laid traps, so should he try it again, he’ll come unstuck,” Sunny updated us.
“And this happened when Kenny arrived?” Bear asked.
“Hate to say it, but yeah. This was clearly targeted so they could watch Kenny. Luckily for us, the cameras we have in the clubhouse or in our homes are on different systems which Leila and Nigel set up and can’t be hacked. Nigel thinks he tried, but that systemis set to send a very nasty virus at someone, and we think he encountered that and backed off,” Sunny said.
“Have those networks also been secured?” Chance asked.
“Not yet. Leila and Nigel are returning this week to add some unpleasant surprises,” Sunny replied.
“Good.”
“Who dived into Kenny’s past?” Chance inquired, and Rooster bristled a little.
“I contacted Hawthorne’s, as Sunny was busy. They’re running a search on all the opposing clients Kendara had. Were you aware she has won every single case she’s presented to the courts? Kendara has a seriously badass reputation,” Big Al said, turning to Rooster.
“I knew Kenny was good,” Rooster replied.
“Kendara is phenomenal. In fact, you should get her to represent you against Sadie. Sadie won’t know whether she’s coming or going by the time Kendara finishes with her,” Big Al continued.
“Worth thinking about,” Rooster agreed. In truth, it was something he’d not considered, which was stupid considering her job.
“So, in other words, we’re no closer to discovering who this asshole is?” Chance demanded.
“We’re aware there’s another stalker. We also strongly believe he has a military background. He comes and goes like a ghost. Only pro training can accomplish that. Kendara says she has no knowledge of any military connections, which makes this wholesituation puzzling,” Sunny said.
“When will Kendara resume work?” Chance asked.
“Three weeks. The docs signed her off for six weeks, and Phoe is adamant Kendara not return until she’s one hundred per cent,” Rooster replied.
“Plenty of time to discover this fuck and deal with him,” Chance stated.
“Agreed, but we need some damn leads,” Rooster pointed out.
“We’ll find them, brother. We’ll keep digging until we turn something up. It’s what we do,” Chatter spoke.
“Thanks, Chatter. While we are here, I want to inform you I’m claiming Kendara as my old lady and will be asking her to marry me,” Rooster said.
“Better ask Mac for Kendara’s hand in marriage and let him know you’re claiming her. Mac adopted her as family, so has the right to face you in the ring if he thinks there’s been an insult,” Chance pointed out.
“Yeah, I planned to call Mac after church. I left Kendara with the boys, so she’s going to be busy,” Rooster said, grinning.
“Damn, is she safe? Should we perform a rescue party?” Shee demanded.
“Kenny better fuckin’ be. Shit, I can’t believe what my kids have put her through,” Rooster complained.
“At least Kendara knows what she’s saying,” Diesel pointed out.
“Yeah,” Rooster agreed.
“Anyone got a nay vote against Kendara being Rooster’s old lady?” Chance said.
“Wow, skipping the formalities, Prez?” Bear commented, surprised.
“I got three kids at home puking their guts up. Clio will be furious if this drags on. Only kid that ain’t throwing up everywhere is Dax, and he’s taking his diaper off and shitting everywhere instead. Yeah, we’re tossing formalities aside,” Chance snapped.
“Keep your brats from mine,” Rooster said, and Big Al also nodded.