The Siren's Cry by Jennifer Anne Kogler

Author:Jennifer Anne Kogler
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: HarperCollins US

Chapter 15

A Familiar Name

If Fern were to make a list of her favorite adults, Mrs. Lin would be at or near the top. It was true that Lindsey complained about her mother’s strictness sometimes, but Mrs. Lin was always so friendly and kind. She made the most delicious food with strange names Fern had never heard of, and, perhaps most importantly, she talked to Fern like she was a real person. In fact, she was the only adult besides the Commander who didn’t talk to Fern like there was something wrong with her. Fern’s special talents brought her special responsibilities, and Mrs. Lin seemed to be the only adult who recognized that.

The first time Fern had visited Lindsey’s immaculate house, Fern hadn’t really known the extent of her own powers or that she was an Unusual. Mrs. Lin pulled Fern aside and told her that she was in for some rough times, but that if she ever needed help, the Lins would be there for her. At the time, Fern didn’t know what to make of the earnest declaration, but she appreciated it more and more as her life took unexpected twists and turns. The Lins— Lindsey, Mr. Lin, and Mrs. Lin—had supported her, refusing to turn their backs on Fern, even when the Alliance had turned against her and tried to use her as bait to trap the evil Vlad.

“Taken? Taken where?” Fern asked, unable to comprehend what she was hearing. She recalled the conversation she’d overheard Mrs. and Mr. Lin having that morning. Mr. Lin had said he was going to try to find Miles Zapo. Apparently, the only thing he’d found was someone who’d captured him.

Lindsey stepped forward.

“Last night,” she began, her voice shaking, “when you never called, I got scared . . . and I . . .” Lindsey struggled to find the words. Fern wondered if she should reveal that she knew Mr. Lin had gone in search of Miles, but something stopped her. Though they didn’t have much time, she figured it might be important for Lindsey to get the admission off her chest. She looked at the solar system clock again. She had fifteen minutes left. Candace was probably already searching for her.

“I thought something had happened to you, so I told my parents about Miles and your visit. I told them you were going to a house last night. I told them everything,” Lindsey said. “But I made them swear they wouldn’t tell anyone from the Alliance. I promise, Fern! I know you told me not to tell them, but I thought something might have happened to you!” Lindsey turned to Sam. “Sam, I’m sorry I didn’t tell you, either. But I thought I was doing what was best for Fern.”

Fern’s heart ached for Lindsey Lin. Whatever anger she harbored toward her best friend for leaking information to her parents dissipated with one look at the anguish on Lindsey’s face.

“It’s okay, Lindsey,” Fern said, wanting to reach out and wrap her arms around her friend.

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