Chapter Twenty

"Luci stay here," my mother sighed, pushing me down onto the couch.

I frowned, huffing angrily. "I don't wanna stay here!"

My father walked over with a look of exasperation on his face. "Why not?" He asked gently.

"Because it's awful! I'm here all alone, someone might find me and—what if you guys don't come back?" I whimpered, tugging at my shirt.

My father pulled me into a quick hug and kissed the top of my head. "I know it's difficult Luci but they're expecting us. We need to go so they don't find you. You needn't be afraid, you are more powerful than any of their angels."

My shoulders slumped in defeat. "Fine, I'll stay in the house," I mumbled.

"Thank you, now we should be back in a few hours but we might take longer. Just remember, do not leave the house under any circumstances," he said firmly.

I nodded. I looked down at the floor, only glancing up when I heard the front door lock with a loud click.

I stood and found myself walking to my bedroom. It was tiny, but so was the rest