“Oh, I would say about an hour. Here take a look at these while I start getting everyone ready.” Harv handed her a pile of pictures taken inside Lucus Manor, the name given to the house by its original owner. Mitch looked at them over her shoulder just a little too close for her comfort. His breath on her neck brought back the memories of passion she’d blocked out for so long.
“Strange we ended up in the same profession.” He said as she studied a picture with a few orbs hovering around a little red headed girl's head.
“I guess.” She really wasn’t all that surprised. Their mutual fascination of spirits was one of the things that drew them together. When they had been younger they often talked about the paranormal and how cool it would be to be like the Ghostbusters. Now she absolutely loathed being compared to those fictional characters.
“How long are you staying in town?” Mitch asked.
“About two weeks. Long enough to finish up the investigation and go over the findings. After this, I have to head to a fort in Canada.” Jasmine couldn’t wait for the job in Alberta. It promised to be a very active, exciting exploration.
“Not Fort Carring?” Jealousy was clear in Mitch’s voice. He continued when she nodded. “Damn, I’ve been waiting to investigate that place for years. I was told they don’t allow it.” Mitch pulled his camera strap over his arm and began to play around with his EMF meter.
“I know people.” She didn’t feel the need to explain that the owner’s niece was a good friend of hers. “This place seems like it’s going to be worth the trip here too.” She said, snapping a few pictures of the outside of Lucus Manor.
“We’ll see.” Mitch watched her intently as she worked. “Are you dating anyone?”
She was caught off guard and unsure how to answer. Why did he want to know? Was he looking for a fling or to relive the youthful moments that passed too quickly? What was she suppose to say? That she’d just broke off a two year relationship and that is why she took these out of town jobs to begin with. No, that would make him see an easy way into her pants. Jasmine shook her head and continued working.
“Jasmine.” Harv made her jump when he came up behind her. “I want you to meet the rest of the team. You already know Mitch.”
Harv pointed to a boy who looked no more than seventeen. “That’s Tyler, he will be our video man.” Jasmine was glad to see the excitement in the young mans face. It was encouraging to see no fear in his eyes–– there wasn't any room for that emotion in their line of work.
Next in line was a tall man. His large brown eyes were framed with thick lashes which went well with his jet black hair and olive skin. He was tall, at least six two, and he had the body of a man who took pride in working out. His dark, handsome features captivated her and made her unable to turn her gaze from his spectacular body. She nearly melted when a perfect smile came to his full lips. She couldn’t help but wonder what they would feel like pressed against hers. “This is Bennett, but we call him Ben. He’ll be doing digital voice recordings.”
Harv moved onto the last in line, an overly skinny middle-aged man with a serious expression that said he was all work no play. “This is my right hand man, Tim. He’ll be doing a little bit of everything.” Tim nodded his acknowledgment.
“Guys this is Jasmine, she will handle pictures, EMF and whatever else she wants really.” Harv seemed surer of her capabilities than even she was. She felt very uncomfortable as they all stood there with their eyes on her waiting for her to say something.
“I am glad to be working with all of you.” She mustered up all the confidence she could and was glad when they all began to filter off to prepare their equipment.
“Jasmine is a beautiful name.” Ben’s seductively deep voice purred. She lifted her gaze from her camera to his eyes.
“Thanks.” She hoped she wasn’t blushing. She had never been so physically attracted to a man since—well Mitch.
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