Chapter 60: Answers

"Ok, we are going to listen to what Barrett has to say. I want everyone to listen. Then, we can ask questions when he is done. Does everyone understand?" Bastien says as he looks around the room. We all give the nod to show that we understand. But, I want to know what is happening and why.

"Everyone, I am Barrett. I am the king of the Warlocks. I have heard the prophecy of the light since I was born, and even though I might look like, I am thirty that has been a few centuries of hearing this same tale." Wait, he is how old. I think to myself because he really doesn't look over thirty.

"The prophecy speaks of a hybrid being born between an angel and another supernatural." He says but pauses to look at me.

"They have looked for this hybrid for centries as well, and I do believe the prophecy is coming to fruition. My family has been among those looking and keeping an eye out for the keeper of light. The prophecy says that a Nephilim will be born and be the bringer of light. It states that you will prosper to bring peace and join the races. But, it also goes on to say that the Nephilim must be protected because if darkness finds its way into you, that you will bring darkness and the end of humanity." Well, no one has mentioned that part of the prophecy before. I guess no one else knew this either because they all look shocked and are staring at me. I feel Luca and Levi place their hands on my legs under the table. I know they are trying to soothe me and tell me it's ok, but it is not helping.

"So, in other words, you are trying to tell me that the fate of the world and all of its beings is on me?" I ask, and the sarcasm in my voice does not help.

"Not only you but you and your mates as well as your family and friends," Barrett says, not missing a beat.

"Well, the only friend that matters someone has right now, so that could be a problem." I finish up with because so far, none of this is helping find Emma.

"That is what I am getting to. I think I know who has her and is coming after you. I think my brother has her." Everyone gasps, and I hear a few growls, the loudest being Rod.

"But, I thought..." I start, but Barrett cuts me off.

" My family has studied the prophecy and watched for the birth of the Nephilim for millennia, but with any other case, not everyone is pure. Unfortunately, my brother falls into this group. He became obsessed with the prophecy, and his intentions were no longer pure. He has been away from my family for a long time, but I have kept an eye on him and his movements when possible. We heard of your father and Joceline hunting your father. We had no idea that your mother had given birth to a child till a few years ago." He says, giving my mother and Bastien a smile.

"But there was nothing we could do but keep an eye on you all until we knew for sure. With that being said, we are not the only ones that have been keeping an eye on you all. So has my brother and many others that may or may not follow him." He says this with a sorry look as he moves his eyes to each of us.

"Why would they take Emma?" Rod says before I can ask. Barrett gives him a sad look and then looks at me before answering.

"If I was to give you my honest opinion, it is to draw Raine out. To use her as a bargaining chip." The growl that leaves Rod doesn't scare me as much as the sound of him jumping out of his chair.

"CALM YOURSELF DOWN AND KEEP A LEVEL HEAD," Bastien says with his alpha voice, making Rod stop pacing.

"I don't understand. They could have taken me instead of Emma when the car crashed, so why not take me?" My question to Barrett must be something he still hasn't told us because he takes a deep breath and looks to Bastien before he replies. Bastien gives him a nod to tell him to go on.

"I believe they took Emma the same as they have killed a couple of people in Grayson's pack to give a message to you. But, I also believe they are using it as a means to make you let the darkness in." As I am letting his words sink in, we hear a scream from the front of the house, and I know who it is right away it's my mother. I don't think or hesitate. I teleport to my mother to find her with her hands on her mouth, standing with the front door wide open, and a box is sitting on the porch. When I look at her to see if she is ok, I see the paper in her hand. I reach for it, and she lets me take it. When I have the paper from her in my hand, her hand goes to her mouth, and she starts to sob. I look down to see the paper has my name on the top.

Dear Raine,

I hope this letter finds you well. I have left you a box. I know you will know what is in it. I am having a lovely time with your friend Emma, but I had to get to know your sister better too, so Emma came to bring her for a visit. Don't worry, love. I won't keep them long. It is you that my body craves to get to know. I know once your body meets mine, yours will desire mine as much as mine craves yours.

Love,

Forever yours.

P.S. I also left something for you in the box hope you love it.

I can feel the saliva filling my mouth, and the feeling of regurgitating is overwhelming. I look for something to through up in, but I don't see anything, so I step outside and head for the corner of the porch. I can hear all their voices as I empty my stomach, but I can't understand what they are saying. Finally, I hear Rod let out a growl and listen to him hit the ground near me running. Next, I hear Bastien let out an Alpha growl and my mother saying they have her. Then I think it's Kane, I hear growl, but there is no denying that the next two growls are that of my mates, my alphas, my loves. The thought of them reading the letter makes me throw up again. Then I feel their hands on my shoulders. I feel them making circles on my back. Finally, I hear them saying it's ok. But I can't believe any of that. Not only does he have my best friend, he now has my sister, and he wants me. By the way, the letter sounded like he didn't want me to torture me but for other reasons. Things that only my mates are allowed to do to me. I feel my body pulling to one side, and I know by the smell of cranberry and cinnamon that Luca is the one pulling me into his arms. I take a deep breathtaking in his scent and try to catch my breath. Levi pulls my face to look at him.

"It's going to be ok, love. We will find them." Levi says, trying to calm me. The mix of both their scents brings calm to me. I love them both individually, but I need both of them by me right now. I really need my sister and best friend back and to know they are safe.