Chapter 44

"How did they get so deep into our lands?" John asked, sounding guarded.

We were still standing in the same spot. Jace was holding my hand in a reassuring way. I was sure all three of them could hear how fast my heart was beating.

"Everyone must be distracted with the barbecue. Hold on-" Jace said, before going still.

I knew he was probably communicating with Dylan through his mind link. Jace's hand tightened around mine, and I didn't know whether to take it as a good sign or not.

"Dylan's coming over here. He said not to make a move," Jace informed us. I didn't know how many Rogues there was, or what they wanted- but I knew nothing good would come out of this.

'Leila, are you okay? Did anything happen to you?' Dylan asked me through our mind link.

'I'm okay. Jace, Eric, and John are here with me,' I told him, hoping my jumbled up mind didn't let Dylan see just how worried I felt.

Something told me the Rogues were here because of me, and I couldn't help but feel guilty. Once again I w