Jonah is a transport mage. He can get us closer so we can do that. Every mage has a specialty, something their born with. Like how the shifters aren’t all wolves, they can be anything. Or how demons can come in all types, like Jeremy is a fire demon. A pang of guilt hits me, this is all stuff we should have told Aly. Maybe the information would be useful to her right now. But instead, we only gave her small pieces, so we didn’t overwhelm her.
She doesn’t even know Jeremy is a fire demon or Nic’s specialty is water. And they’re even completely mated.
I’m pulled out of my guilt when I hear arguing.
“We should all go!” Matthew says glaring at Nic.
“No, a small group can gather information before we all attack. We don’t want them to know we are coming. Hunters can transport, they could leave with her, and we will be back to square one.” Nic’s voice is strong and sure, I agree with him instantly. We aren’t doing anything that risks us getting Aly back.
Matthew calms down and nods his head. We can all see Nic is right here, more than that he’s not backing down on this.
“Jay, Kiran, dad Jonah and I will go. We will get as much information as we can before coming back. Then we plan our attack and leave as soon as possible.”
I want to go so badly but I know I’m not the best for the job. It’s night and Kiran’s shadows and Jay’s eyesight will help the most. I’ll just be in the way.
They take off, leaving the rest of us behind to stand around awkwardly. My mom and dad make their way over to me. Mom pulls me into a hug and dad pats my shoulder.
“How are you doing my baby?” My mom asks and I let her call me her baby. Her hug is comforting when I’m feeling so lost.
“I just want her back. You guys are going to love her. I know it,” I say.
They both smile at me, “of course we will.”
Not one of our parents batted an eye when we told them our fated mate is a hunter. They’re the most open and accepting group of people, and we are lucky to have them. They all promised not to tell anyone, understanding this is a delicate situation.
“You know you won’t be safe here when you do get her back, don’t you?” My dad asks.
It’s something I’ve been thinking a lot about, and they’re right. Her mom probably told them where she found Aly. I wouldn’t be surprised if they’re planning an attack on us right now. But we couldn’t leave. If Aly got away, this is where she would come, we couldn’t risk not being here.
But once we have her, we will need to find a safe place to hide out while we plan our next move. I haven’t talked to the guys about it yet but as soon as we have her back, I will.
“I know,” I say.
“You can use the cottage,” my mom offers.
They have a cottage from when they were in hiding themselves. No one knows where it is except for our parents and it’s not in their name. It’s perfect.
“That would be amazing. Thank you both.”
“I’m sorry you have to go through this,” my mom says with tears in her eyes.
I shy away, not wanting her pity. This is worth it, everything is worth it for Aly. I see Jeremy being loved on by his family. He has a giant pout on his face as he tries to get away. I should probably save him.
Mom sees where I’m focusing and let’s out a soft laugh.
“Let’s go help him.”
We make our way over, and they back off once we all get there. Jeremy is relieved to see me, relaxing his tense body and coming to my side. Nic and Jay’s parents are talking across the room.
There’s a small flash that’s only visible to someone as sensitive to light as me and Kiran, so I’m sure our parents saw it too. Then the four of them are deposited back into the room.
They’re completely fine and I let out a breath I didn’t know I was holding. We all stare at them waiting for an update.
“There are hunters patrolling the facility but not many. We will only need to take down one to get inside. Clearly they think being off the map will keep them safe, there isn’t much security. We leave tomorrow at dusk.” Nic is completely in alpha mode and I’m grateful. We need his planning and direction.
We sit down and go over all the details they gathered. Making plans and talking through issues. In the end, we have a solid plan that utilizes everyone’s strengths.
We are coming for you Aly, just hold on for us.
