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    Yin and Yang
    Yin and Yang
    Yin and Yang
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    Yin and Yang

    By Edward Kendrick

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    Two men—Kenyon a street cop, and Teo a social worker—come together as they try to help a seven-year-old boy abandoned by his mother.

    Neal, a young boy abandoned on the streets by his mother, is found by policeman Kenyon Hagerty and instantly bonds with him. Social worker Teo Marino becomes involved when the boy is placed in the care of Human Services. Soon after, the body of Neal's murdered mother is discovered then later Neal's father tries to kidnap him from the kids' home.

    Kenyon is a man looking for real love, while Teo is the consummate playboy, going from one man to another as the spirit moves him. And yet these two men, truly yin and yang, are drawn together. It takes a misunderstanding to force them to face their feelings for each other.

    When Neal runs away looking for Kenyon—who he believes will adopt him—the two men must make a decision regarding Neal's life—and their own.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPride Publishing
    Release dateAug 8, 2014
    ISBN9781784301361
    Yin and Yang
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    Edward Kendrick

    Born and bred Cleveland, I earned a degree in technical theater, later switched to costuming, and headed to NYC. Finally seeing the futility of trying to become rich and famous in the Big Apple, I joined VISTA—Volunteers in Service to America—ending up in Chicago for three years. Then it was on to Denver where I put down roots and worked as a costume designer until I retired in 2007.I began writing a few years ago after joining an on-line fanfic group. Two friends and I then started a group for writers, where they could post any story they wished no matter the genre or content. Since then, for the last six years, I've been writing for publication—my first book came out in February of 2011. Most, but not all, of my work is M/M, either mildly erotic or purely 'romantic'. More often than not it involves a mystery or action/adventure, and is sometimes paranormal to boot.

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    • 5/5
      This is a great story and I really loved the interaction of all the characters. And I double like (is that a good phrase) the double epilogue at the end of the story. It was a neat feature.
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      Did I miss something? What happened to Neal's dad and Neal's psychic powers? That's the only reason I kept reading til the end and it wasn't addressed. :(

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    Yin and Yang - Edward Kendrick

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    A Totally Bound Publication

    Yin and Yang

    ISBN # 978-1-78430-136-1

    ©Copyright Edward Kendrick 2014

    Cover Art by Posh Gosh ©Copyright July 2014

    Edited by Faith Bicknell-Brown

    Totally Bound Publishing

    This is a work of fiction. All characters, places and events are from the author’s imagination and should not be confused with fact. Any resemblance to persons, living or dead, events or places is purely coincidental.

    All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any material form, whether by printing, photocopying, scanning or otherwise without the written permission of the publisher, Totally Bound Publishing.

    Applications should be addressed in the first instance, in writing, to Totally Bound Publishing. Unauthorized or restricted acts in relation to this publication may result in civil proceedings and/or criminal prosecution.

    The author and illustrator have asserted their respective rights under the Copyright Designs and Patents Acts 1988 (as amended) to be identified as the author of this book and illustrator of the artwork.

    Published in 2014 by Totally Bound Publishing, Newland House, The Point, Weaver Road, Lincoln, LN6 3QN

    Warning:

    This book contains sexually explicit content which is only suitable for mature readers. This story has a heat rating of Totally Simmering and a Sexometer of 1.

    YIN AND YANG

    Edward Kendrick

    Two men—Kenyon a street cop, and Teo a social worker—come together as they try to help a seven-year-old boy abandoned by his mother.

    Neal, a young boy abandoned on the streets by his mother, is found by policeman Kenyon Hagerty and instantly bonds with him. Social worker Teo Marino becomes involved when the boy is placed in the care of Human Services. Soon after, the body of Neal’s murdered mother is discovered then later Neal’s father tries to kidnap him from the kids’ home.

    Kenyon is a man looking for real love, while Teo is the consummate playboy, going from one man to another as the spirit moves him. And yet these two men, truly yin and yang, are drawn together. It takes a misunderstanding to force them to face their feelings for each other.

    When Neal runs away looking for Kenyon—who he believes will adopt him—the two men must make a decision regarding Neal’s life—and their own.

    Dedication

    For my readers, who have given me a reason to keep writing.

    Trademarks Acknowledgement

    The author acknowledges the trademarked status and trademark owners of the following wordmarks mentioned in this work of fiction:

    Disney: Disney Enterprises, Inc.

    Goodwill: Goodwill Industries International Inc.

    My Two Dads: Columbia Pictures Television, Inc.

    In Like Flint: written by Hal Fimberg: produced by Saul David

    Chapter One

    Officer Kenyon Hagerty knelt so he was eye to eye with the boy. What’s your name? he asked quietly, not wanting to frighten him any more than he already was.

    Neal, the boy whispered.

    Do you have a last name, Neal?

    Neal nodded. But my mommy said I should never tell it to strangers. Tears filled his eyes then. Mommy’s gone.

    I’m a policeman, so I think your mommy would say it’s all right to tell me. Kenyon glanced around the trash-strewn alley, his mouth tightening. Did she tell you to wait here?

    With a sharp shake of his head, Neal told him, We live here, but a man came and took Mommy away. I was hiding like Mommy told me.

    What’s your mommy’s name, Neal?

    Umm… Sarah Rogers.

    Kenyon smiled. So you’re Neal Rogers.

    Uh-uh.

    Kenyon glanced up at his partner Pat McGill and saw he was already calling in the mother’s name. Then he looked back at Neal. Your last name isn’t Rogers?

    No.

    Will you tell me what it is?

    Neal shook his head adamantly.

    Okay. For the moment, Kenyon let it drop. He didn’t want to pressure the boy too much until he was calmer. How old are you, Neal?

    Seven.

    Kenyon knew it was unlikely the boy was in school, considering where they were and how he was dressed, but it was worth giving it a shot. So you’re in second grade. What school do you go to?

    I don’t go to school. Mommy said it wasn’t safe because he could find me.

    He?

    My daddy.

    Ah. Is that why you and your mommy were living here? Kenyon swept his arm out to encompass the alley. So he wouldn’t find you?

    Neal bobbed his head in agreement. Kenyon started to ask another question then realized if he stayed kneeling much longer, his knees would suffer the consequences big time. He stood, looking down at the boy. Are you hungry?

    There was a soft throat-clearing from behind Kenyon. He turned to see Pat shaking his head.

    We should take him to the station house.

    What’s a few minutes here or there? Code-7 us as out to lunch.

    You know we could get our butts in a sling if we do this, Pat said quietly.

    I’m willing to take the chance. He’s scared and undoubtedly hungry, so doesn’t need to be hassled just yet.

    Pat hesitated, obviously torn between what they were supposed to do and his sympathy for the boy. Finally, he sighed, muttering, But we keep it short, before he called them in.

    Kenyon returned his attention to Neal. Do you like hamburgers?

    With fries? Neal asked hopefully.

    You bet. Kenyon held out his hand.

    After a moment’s hesitation, Neal took it.

    * * * *

    The first thing Kenyon did once they were at the diner was to take Neal into the men’s room to help him get cleaned up a bit. After judicious applications of warm water and soap to his face, hands and arms, Neal looked as presentable as was possible for the moment.

    Pat had found a table and waved to catch Kenyon’s attention. Once they were all seated, Kenyon gave Neal one of the menus, wondering as he did if the boy could read it.

    Of course he can. Just because he was living on the streets doesn’t mean he’s illiterate. It’s obvious his mother did her best to keep him dressed as well as possible, and who knows how long they’ve actually been living like that?

    How long… Kenyon paused.

    Let him eat before beginning to interrogate him again.

    See anything you like? he asked Neal instead.

    What is this? Neal pointed to one of the burger listings on the menu.

    Kenyon chuckled. Oh, you don’t want jalapenos on your burger. They’ll burn the roof of your mouth.

    Yuck. Umm…a cheeseburger. Please. And fries?

    You got it.

    After they all ordered burgers and the waitress had brought their drinks, Pat asked Neal, When was the last time you had a real meal?

    Neal frowned. A long time ago. It was my birthday.

    When’s your birthday?

    In February.

    Since it was now July, Kenyon figured Neal and his mother had been on the streets for five months, give or take. You left home on your birthday?

    Umm hmm. Mommy got a phone call and she said we had to get out of the house.

    Was this here in the city?

    Neal shook his head. We rode a bus here.

    From where?

    Where we lived. Neal gave Kenyon a duh look, as if it had to be obvious.

    Kenyon chuckled. What city?

    The boy bit his lip, seeming to question whether he should tell him. Finally, he said, Evansville.

    Kenyon lifted one eyebrow. There’s a lot of Evansvilles, I bet. Which state?

    Again, Neal hesitated before answering. Indiana.

    It’s a long bus ride from there to Denver.

    Real long. Neal agreed. I slept.

    Kenyon laughed. I would have too.

    He might have continued his careful questioning but the food arrived just then and Neal dug into his as though he hadn’t eaten for a long time—and Kenyon figured it was probably the truth. Dumpster food would hardly have satisfied the hunger of a growing seven-year-old boy.

    We should get him to the station, Pat said quietly while Neal was focused on eating. Human Services needs to be notified, so they can find him a place to stay.

    Kenyon nodded. I know. And we have to see if we can track down his mother.

    From the sound of it, that won’t be easy. I wonder if she went willingly with the man Neal mentioned.

    She wasn’t happy. Neal had obviously overheard Pat’s comment.

    Is that why she told you to hide? Kenyon asked him.

    She said I should always hide if there were men around.

    I see. Kenyon wasn’t certain he actually did, but Neal seemed to be getting upset again from the look on his face, so he left it at that for now.

    When lunch was over and paid for, Kenyon took Neal’s hand again, leading him out to the squad car. From there, they went to the station house.

    Chapter Two

    Teo studied the boy from the entrance of the squad room. Apparently, someone had at least tried to clean him up a bit, although it had stopped with his hands and face. His too-long, coppery hair was tangled so badly Teo wondered if cutting it off might not be the best remedy, rather than trying to comb it out.

    He’s cute and looks relatively healthy, all things considered.

    From what he’d been told, the police had found the boy in an alley, alone and trying to hide. Unsuccessfully it seemed, since he was now here.

    Might as well get this over with. I wonder if they’ve managed to find out who his parents are.

    It was the first thing he asked after introducing himself to the two officers with the boy.

    The one called Kenyon moved far enough away from Neal so the boy couldn’t hear him before he replied, He gave us his mother’s name but nothing’s come up about her. We do know he’s from Indiana and they bussed out here, apparently to get away from his father. Neal only knows what his mother told him. They had to leave—and fast. She packed up some clothes and they caught a cross-country bus.

    Teo frowned. No car?

    I never asked actually. Kenyon went back to Neal, returning a minute later. He says his mother had one. Maybe whoever she was running from knew the make and model, so she was afraid to use it.

    No name for the father?

    No. He won’t even tell us his last name—I mean Neal’s last name. I’m presuming it’s the same as his father’s.

    Sounds like his mother either divorced the man and took her maiden name or remarried. Teo smiled slightly. Bet you didn’t ask him about that, did you?

    Nope. Kenyon grimaced wryly. Maybe it’s your turn to talk to him. You seem to know the right questions.

    Practice, unfortunately, although so far I’ve never had to deal with a kid as young as he is—or one who’s been abandoned like that. Teo’s mouth tightened. There are times when I wonder about people. Okay, let me talk to him and see if I can learn anything more. It might be easier if there’s somewhere more private.

    Give me a minute. Kenyon disappeared through a door at one side of the room while Teo went over to where the other officer sat with Neal.

    Are you going to take me away? Neal asked tremulously.

    Do you really want to stay here? Teo replied with a smile.

    Umm hmm. With Mr Kenyon.

    Well, unfortunately, I’m afraid that’s not allowed, but I’m going to take you somewhere nice where there are other kids you can play with.

    Can Mommy find me?

    Now that’s a good question. Teo paused when Kenyon returned to tell him they could use the lieutenant’s office.

    Neal didn’t want to go in there with Teo until Kenyon said he’d come along too. Once the three of them were

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