Chapter 52
Waking up feeling well rested. Getting up I head to talk with Loki. Whistling as I head downstairs. “Alpha I was just heading up to inform you the rogue is awake.” “Thank you. Now that he’s awake make sure he’s taken care of. Food and such but don’t let him out.” “ yes alpha.” The guard bows and leaves.
“Loki my friend let’s work on our list of questions. And do you know a truth spell or potion?” I practically sing. “What a wonderful plan my dear. Let’s see find a brown book with orange symbols.” He points to the shelves. Heading over I look over all the books. “what's in it?” “truth-seeking spells and potions. With any luck, the witch we called will show soon.”
Finding the book I pull it out. Finding it heavier than it looks. “so how did you get Gregory back here?” “hit him over the head with a safety sticker that was in my grandfather’s car.” I shrugged. “I’m sorry what?” “I offered him a ride. Got up to speed then slammed on the brakes as his head went forward I brought the safety stick down in his neck knocking him out.” His laughter grows louder as I talk.
Sitting down I open the book “what am I looking for?” “turn it so I can see the first page.” Doing so I look at the screen smiling knowing I will get to free them soon. I want to help them. “if Gregory was at the puppy mill there’s a good chance he’s a member there right?” “huh? Oh um yes I suppose why?” I shrug as he waves his hand for me to turn the page.
Three days and sixty percent of the books, we had gone through each one page at a time. Falling asleep as Loki reads I get a link “alpha there’s a girl at the gate saying she has to see you.” “Who is she?” “she refuses to speak to anyone but you.” “alone? Dangerous?” “yes and no” “ bring her to my office.” “yes alpha” setting the book down “ hey what are you doing?” “There is a girl here demanding to see me. How can I tell if it’s the witch I called for?” “you should get a zap when you shake wrists. The two halves of the spell meeting.” “Alright, I’ll bring her here if she’s the witch.” He nods and shoos me away.
Heading to my office I stop to grab a coffee. Relieved when I saw no one as I made my way. I was nice enough to grab a second mug, my visitor.
Walking in I see Karen standing next to a tall female. From behind all I can see is tall thin with dull mud brown hair. Clearing my throat they both jump. “thank you Karen I can take it from her. I didn’t know what you take in your coffee but there’s sugar and creamer over here “ holding the mug out to the female. Karen nods and leaves. She takes it nodding. I shut the door. “you called for me. It wasn’t until I crossed your border I knew what I was following. Correct me if I’m wrong but didn’t your family ban magic?” “my father did, but I’m working on reversing that order. I’m Athena and you are?” “Michaela Quietwalker. I am an acolyte of what remains of the night coven. How can I help you?”
Making her way to add sugar and cream to her coffee. Crossing to the small seating area. Sitting and waiting for her to join me. “I have a few small things that I need magic to solve. But I also need to know I can trust you.”
“I do believe it should be I that should be asking if I can trust you. But you did call meaning you used magic, how? I mean not to sound like a cunt but the only magic I sense coming from you is the necklace.” Nodding as she speaks.
“What do you know of Loki Clark?” “a little bit. Why?” “do you know where he is?” “look if I knew where the master was I wouldn’t tell the family that caused him to go into hiding.” “what if I said he’s not hiding in the way you think? And could you remove this necklace?” “I’m sorry your highness but what the actual hell are you talking about?” “if I could take you to Loki would you swear loyalty to me and only me?” “After the master yes.” She smirks.
Setting my mug down I stand up nodding for her to follow me.
Quietly we walk down the hall to the back stairs staying hidden from the pack as we make our way. A few times I heard her open her mouth but I just shook her head.
Getting to the room I ushered her in shutting and locking the door behind us. “I have to warn you Loki isn’t exactly free but he’s not a prisoner either. I also found him this way?” she nods looking around. “I’m sorry I’m a little confused. Where is he?” “this way.” Heading for the closet. I can see the confusion as she reluctantly follows me. Clicking the lock and opening my secret room I stand back letting her walk in first.
Making it through she looks around “have a little secret it seems.” She says. “well it’s only half hers most of this was the master's things well mine now. Who are you? Athena?”
“What the hell where did that come from?” she rushes out. Pointing at the painting where Loki is pacing. The moment she sees him she’s on her knees vowing to him.
I try not laughing but I know my face must have been the same when I first meet him.
“girl stand. Now what is your specialty?” he demands. Slowly she nods and stands “I am Michaela Quietwalker sir. It’s an honor to meet you, master.” “oh for fuck sake I am not the master. I was his vessel but he’s dead and gone for good taking my body with him. Now tell my child what is your specialty?” “blood magic is my strongest but I am able to work a variety of spells and potions.” “good. That necklace needs to be removed and the alpha needs to learn magic. I can’t without a body. So we called for a hand. A blood witch is perfect.” He grins an odd glint in his eye.
