Lazarus pov I stare at him. All I can do is stare at him and try to figure out if the demon himself has been possessed by another demon because… what the fuck? Has Than finally caught the family crazy? I never thought of it as anything contagious, but apparently acting like one of the Vincents could be considered as a virus now. By now, I'm sure my jaw has hit the floor and my eyes are wider than the brightest full moon. While I am busy being in an understandable state of shock and disbelief, Than looks at me like I'm some child who is trying to misbehave. "What are you waiting for, Lazarus? Didn't you hear me? You need to take the child and leave! There is no time to waste, you must go!" He raises his voice, which is enough to snap me out of the dazed state. I shake my head and take a step back to create some much needed distance. "Have you gone mental, Than? Are you hearing yourself? You're seriously ordering me to steal my brother's child? No, let me rephrase that… You are de
Luka povComing back to senses sucks if your head is pounding like a goddamn bass drum. It sucks even more if your vision is blurry and something bright shines at you, so opening your already tear-filled eyes is close to impossible. And worst of all - those two things make the headache ten times worse. For some reason, my whole body is in pain. Even my damn toes, and if it’s possible, my hair. I have no idea where I am, but it is clear I am tied to something. Possibly a tree since I’m upright. Although I am no expert, I believe I’m chained and tied to the object because I can feel something as heavy as metal against my skin and something more. God, if Lenox were here, he would know. My brother is oddly good at materials and all that shit. Honestly, this makes little to no sense. Does someone really have to ensure I won’t escape, especially after I was knocked out cold? Being in this much pain would prevent me from even forming an escape plan, let alone acting on it. I do wonder i
Lenox povExit through the window? Check. Emotional instability? Also check. What the hell is this thing I am feeling right now? How do I deal with it?All my life I thought that with great sexiness comes even greater power. Yes, I think that was the saying everyone loves to use when they meet someone as awesome as me. But now, even the fact that I am, in fact, insanely hot and attractive doesn’t help me figure out the weird things I feel. It’s like the guilt I have never felt during my life finally piles up to wash over me with such ferocity, it nearly kicks me off my feet. As soon as I land on the ground, I shake my head to get rid of the stupid thoughts and take off. God forbid I start crying like a baby and everyone sees it. Ew, no. Not in this lifetime. Better yet, I can focus on dealing with Luka’s absence, stupid Fenton and those trees everyone has been raving about. The moment I step my foot in the cover of the woods, I feel much better. A bag of my clothes is hanging on
Atlas povTRIGGER WARNING: THE FOLLOWING CONTENT MIGHT BE DISTURBING TO SOME READERS. VIOLENCE. PROCEED WITH CAUTION. I don’t know where the sudden surge of anger is coming from, but it’s here and there is no way I or Lenox are willing to let go of it. If anything, both of us are eager to grip it so tight, it never leaves. As seems to have joined too, relishing in the sensation, eager to act on it and enjoy every second the intensity of the rage gives her. Just as Lenox takes another step closer to encourage the men to attack him, they glance at each other, nod and take off. Both choose different directions to run to. Although it is a somewhat smart move, since they clearly think one of them could get out of here alive, we all know how feeble that hope really is. They can act like they are no harm, but we all know those men are camping here for a reason. I bet Lenox can feel how wide my grin is as his eyes follow the cowards. With someone like Lenox hot on their heels, neither has
Lenox povWell, now we are getting somewhere, are we?To be fair, I wanted to use the new friends to get rid of some pent-up anger, but the confession is even better. “Where is he?” I don’t hesitate to ask since this one seems to be more than willing to talk. Side note: in future, I solemnly swear to use the bloodlines, families and kids against the people I torture for information. So far, it seems to be everyone’s weak spot and it’s so damn easy to exploit. “You need to let me live too. And my friend. I will tell you then,” Lumpy still tries to negotiate. “Are you smoking dollar tree dog food? You must be the most delusional fucker I have ever met. Dude, you won’t be enjoying any life quality by the time I’m done with you. Trust me on this one, will you,” I grin at him. If there really is one thing I enjoy more than looking at my woman and baby, it’s watching the tears fill a grown man’s eyes. The desperation, fear, terror. All of those things, best if together, feel like I’m t
Lazarus povOnce Lenox finds out what I am doing behind his back, he might try to murder me. Scratch that, he will kill me without a doubt. Than helps me with grabbing the necessities for Ophelia first. I pitched the idea to go to our parents, but he dismissed it as soon as the words left my lips. He claims dad is busy with some old business and mom can’t know what I am doing. I wonder why? Although so many things about the sudden changes confuse me, I try to remain as calm as possible. As soon as I have a bag packed for the baby, we both head to Alister’s room. It is no surprise that my boy is at his best behaviour, as per usual. He sits at his tiny desk and focuses on a colouring book Sarah got for him. The moment he notices a new presence, Alister looks up from the page and frowns when his eyes zero in on Ophelia. I still can’t understand why my boy hates her so much, but maybe I could use this new change and find out what bothers him while we’re away. “Buddy, we are going on
Lazarus povLeaving me behind with two kids wasn’t enough for Than, was it? Of course, not. He had to go above, beyond and into the universe with the mysterious shit and hints. I hate my life. I really do. Alister looks completely unbothered while he stares up at me like he’s waiting for something. “Son, not now. I’m really not in the mood to answer another question you might have. How about we play a game of who can be silent for the longest? Sounds fun, doesn’t it?”He arches an eyebrow at me and pouts. “Dad, I am no longer a child. I think of myself as a young adult, so your tricks won’t work on me.” He talks with so much finality, crap, I think this kid sounds more like an adult than I do. “Yeah, but-” I start. Alister quickly cuts me off. “No butts. Besides, I just wanted to ask if we are leaving now or do you need to get something done before we do.” A smug smile spreads across his lips. Yeah, he got me here. Cheeky, little intelligent shit. I pinch the bridge of my nose
Sarah povThe last thing I remember is collapsing in front of Than and Lazarus. The memory obviously contradicts with my surroundings as I wake up. “What the actual fuck?” I mutter aloud as I slowly get to my feet and start walking around the small, dark room. The next moment, my forehead comes in contact with something cold and solid. On an instinct, I back away and reach out my hands to check what it is. Need I say how surprised I am to come to realise that those most likely are metal bars? Or the fact that I'm probably locked in the cells? But why? Did I do something? Did I experience a moment of insanity and they had to take me here until I calmed down? “Think, Sarah, think,” I hiss at myself as I struggle to recall anything that could have happened after I passed out. But the worst part is that my mind is completely empty. Blank. As if the memories I'm trying to find don't exist at all. Despite the darkness that surrounds me, I start pacing the place. I might hit my body pa