Retribution by B. C. Burgess

Author:B. C. Burgess
Language: eng
Format: mobi
Tags: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Witches & Wizards, paranormal, Romance, Fantasy, New Adult & College, Paranormal & Urban, Angels, Literature & Fiction
ISBN: 9780989210959
Publisher: Bandit Publishing
Published: 2013-08-28T06:00:00+00:00

Chapter 29

Another visit to the glacier was in order, so Quin and Layla flew to Washington after leaving the volunteers’ clearing. They tested a few theories and practiced some new spells. Then they headed home, Layla growing drowsy in Quin’s warm embrace.

She was tempted to suggest a nap when they got home, but when Quin landed on the lawn, he gently pulled her face from his throat and found her eyes, a sparkle in his own. “There are some people here to meet you.”

“Who?” she asked, looking around, and her mouth fell open as her gaze landed on a large group of strangers, all of them staring at her and Quin with shiny eyes and emotional smiles. Layla's cheeks burned as she instinctively retreated to Quin’s neck, shocked and a little frightened. “Who are they?”

“It's okay,” he soothed, running a hand down her hair. “They can be trusted.”

“But who are they?”

Before he could answer, Daleen appeared and laid a hand on Layla's back. “They're your family, darling.”

“And a damn fine sight to see,” Serafin added. Then he grabbed Daleen's hand and flew to the watching magicians.

Kemble and Cordelia dropped right into the middle of the company, and when Caitrin and Morrigan touched down beside Quin, their faces lit up with smiles.

Morrigan giddily danced in place while squeezing Layla’s arm. “There's no reason to hide, sweetie. They already love you.” After letting go, she grabbed Caitrin and flew to the guests, happily squealing along the way.

Layla watched them then furrowed her eyebrows at Quin. “I don't understand. Who are they?”

“The majority of them are your relatives,” he answered. “Mostly blood relatives. About half of them are Serafin's or Daleen's family members, and a few are Morrigan's.”

Layla’s eyes widened as she glanced at the group. “Really?”

“Yes, and some of them are my mom's relatives from Alaska.”

“Oh. I didn't know they were coming.”

“We weren’t sure they’d get here on time. Plus, it was kind of a surprise.”

“I see,” she mumbled, feeling ungrateful, but she couldn't disregard her anxiousness.

“What's wrong, love.”

“I'm nervous, Quin.”

“Ah… Well let's get the meet and greet out of the way so you can relax and enjoy your extended family.”

“Okay,” she agreed, swallowing a lump.

But he didn’t walk forward. He just stared at her face, obviously trying to figure out a way to make her feel better. “How about we get a cup of coffee first?”

Her posture perked up then fell again. “You don't have to do that, Quin. I know you don't want me drinking it. Let's go meet everyone.”

“I'm not cutting off your coffee, Layla. I wouldn't dream of it. I asked you to wait, and you did, but now you can have a dose of your second favorite drug.” He summoned an oversized mug of coffee. Then his dimples appeared as he drifted the cup beneath her nose. “I know you want it, my beautiful coffee addict, and I want you to have it.”

She closed her eyes while breathing deep. Then she smirked and took the mug. “You should know better than to tempt an addict.

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