Karma Patrol (39 page)

“We don’t have to kill her,” the Director replied, with the patience of a teacher explaining a simple concept to a slow child. “We have the only tool we need to make her destroy herself.”

“Her soulmate,” Henry realized, and the Director nodded.

“We offer them a noose disguised as a pretty locket, and they put it around their necks so eagerly,” the Director mused aloud. “Cowden warned her about the dangers of having a soulmate, but did she listen? No, of course not. She’s a lovely fool, Henry, but she’s still a fool. She’ll fall into the trap just like the rest of them.” He paused, considering their options. “Make sure you give her back her gun, though. Let’s at least pretend she has a fighting chance.”

“With us against her, sir, it’s only a matter of time until she’s dead. And if we can fill the Slate with candidates who are loyal to you, then you’ll be in control.”

“I believe you’re right about that, Henry.” The Director smiled. “I believe you’re right.”

Kate Miller
is a psychiatrist who is eagerly awaiting the day a soulmate couple arrives in her office seeking couples therapy. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and her medical degree from the University of South Florida, and completed her fellowship training at the Medical University of South Carolina. She is an avid Gator fan and continues to volunteer on campus as the recruitment advisor for her sorority, Sigma Kappa. She is a member of Mensa and hopes to use her talents to someday invent calorie-free cupcakes. She has previously published article-length nonfiction related to her day job. Karma Patrol is her first published novel.

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