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Chapter 183: Saying Goodbye
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Hayle Coven Novels Chapter 184: Uncomfortable Encounter
I found myself walking into Johnny's that afternoon to meet Alison for ice cream. Not because I wanted ice cream, mind you. Even I was willing to admit I only went to see if the brothers would show up.I promised Mom, but if they started something... oh, I'd be finishing their butts right out of town.Alison waved at me from our usual booth, big glass windows shining sunlight in on her. She wasn't alone and I was almost annoyed to find Pain sitting with her. I got over that pretty quick. Pain needed us, from the look on her face. She smiled a little when she saw me, lower lip trembling.Okay, supportive friend it was. Hopefully I could maintain the warm fuzzy feeling if the Dumonts made an appearance.My second shocker came when Beth approached us and handed us menus with a nervous smile, dressed in the flouncy skirt and T-shirt the owner made his staff wear."Beth?" I didn't mean to stare or anything. She just hadn't said a word about the job. I mean, I knew people had jobs. That
Hayle Coven Novels Chapter 185: Sorely Mistaken
Beth wasn't close enough for me to catch her physically. All I had was magic. I threw out some air in front of her, supporting her, preventing her from face planting into the floor. The only problem was, she hung there at an impossible angle for what seemed like a long moment, eyes locked on mine as her fear subsided.I rushed to her, closing the distance to try to disguise the catch, helping her stand up straight."Thanks, Syd," she whispered before hurrying off. I glared at the brothers while Kristophe made kissing sounds at me and Jean Marc grinned. Page laughed out loud, directly at me before turning her back.The only one who didn't react was Ameline. She just stared at me with her dead eyes and flat expression. I was so caught up in her gaze I didn't notice Quaid was beside me until he had a hold of my arm-hadn't I told him not to touch me?-and was dragging me outside.The moment we were on the street I hit him with air magic, slamming him into the side of the building. I did
Hayle Coven Novels Chapter 186: Werewolves
Funny how when I was under threat all of my magic synched together like, well, you know. I swelled with power, feeling my body vibrate with it, almost welcoming the chance to blow the crap out of something. The werewolves shuddered out of the shadows, approaching me on all fours, their massive, hairy bodies more wolf than human. Their eyes glowed like Galleytrot's, red and menacing, but their resemblance to him ended there. Massive hands tipped with claws punctured the firm ground with sickening sounds, a low hum of growling counterpoint to the song of my magic.Only six of them. I could totally handle it.I was about to attack first and ask questions of their bloody corpses later when one of them slunk forward, body shimmering and shaking. It was hard not to watch in sick fascination as the werewolf transformed, shrinking, softening, the fur retreating, to be replaced by smooth white skin and long red hair.She'd retained her underwear during the change, somehow, so at least I didn
Hayle Coven Novels Chapter 187: Dinner With The Enemy
Dinner was served by the small man and his equally small wife, both of whom bowed and scraped to the Dumonts and their werewolf security, but who were treated in turn like trash. I had to clench my teeth and my hands to keep from reacting, knowing Mom would be disappointed if I acted too soon.The woman set a bowl of soup in front of me. "Thank you," I said.The brothers snickered while one of them tripped her casually on the way by. She actually stammered an apology.We must tolerate it, Mom sent. But not for long, I promise. Patience, Sydlynn.She was a heck of a lot more composed than I was, but I did as I was told.I barely tasted my soup, forcing myself to eat a few spoonfuls in an attempt to unclench my tight stomach. I'm not sure if it did me much good or not. The sight of Gram flinging hers across the table one scoop at a time did way more for my state of mind.Andre snarled as a chunk of carrot lodged in his hair. Gram squealed with laughter, clapping her hands together.
Hayle Coven Novels Chapter 188: One Of The Family
Pain's reaction was instant and expected, at least from me. I'd seen her crumble like this before, watched as her face collapsed in a mix of grief and relief, witnessed meltdown after meltdown.But this time was complete. She sagged into Odette's arms while the family rose and surrounded her, the werewolves humming softly under their breath in a gentle song of welcome. It was one of the most amazing and touching moments I'd ever witnessed and it made me ripping mad.Not because I didn't think Pain deserved to be happy or loved. But because I knew it was all just one big lie.Pain looked up through her mess of makeup and into Odette's eyes. "Grandmother?"The old woman's smile made me want to slap it from her face. "Yes, mon petite chere," she said. "Your mother was my daughter and heir to our coven."Pain hiccupped through her tears. "She was?"My gaze left Pain, caught a flicker of movement. I was fairly certain no one else witnessed the flash of pure venom that crossed Ameline'
Hayle Coven Novels Chapter 189: The Challenge
I was sure this was going to end badly for someone and just hoped it wasn't us. That's why I found myself dragging my feet on my way out of the dining room and down the hall. A small parlor furnished with heavy, antique chairs and a massive black stone fireplace was barely large enough to hold us all. Mom and Odette dominated the center with Quaid between them, with the rest of us plastered out of the way against the walls.Dad stood to my right, his hand reaching for mine, what I'm sure he thought was a comforting look on his face. But I wasn't some kid to be placated and head patted and told there, there, dear. I knew the stakes.By challenging Odette's control over Quaid, Mom not only exposed herself, but the entire family and the core of magic that made us who we were. My only comfort was the fact Odette did the same, and I was certain Mom was stronger.At least, I kept telling myself she was. Mind you, despite her incredible power, Mom drew from a coven of a hundred or so. The
Hayle Coven Novels Chapter 190: Looking For Weakness
I felt like I was dying inside, slowly, painfully. But still I had to watch, didn't I, as Quaid gained his feet, went to Odette, was embraced in her arms? Had to endure the sight of Ameline approaching him, taking his hand, kissing his lips in welcome."I think it's time we took our leave." Mom bowed her head to Odette. I wouldn't have been so gracious. Sometimes I forgot my mom was such a class act."We haven't finished dinner." Odette pouted, but I knew she had what she wanted because she didn't argue further."Thank you," Mom said, "but I've lost my appetite."Not like my mother to show weakness. Not at all. Dad held out his hand to her, guiding her to the door. I pulled mine free, let Gram and the vampires go ahead of me, knowing being the last out was the worst position to be in. Erica didn't give me a choice. My mom's best friend and second hooked her arm through mine, blonde hair shining in the low light as she tugged me along. Only Celeste was left to follow.I refused to
Hayle Coven Novels Chapter 191: Missing Child
Sunlight streamed in the kitchen windows, almost blinding me as I swirled my spoon through the mess of nuts and oatmeal Gram set in front of me. Galleytrot sat at my side, tongue out, eyes eager. I finally slid the bowl to the edge of the table and let him have it.Not much of an appetite.Gram glared, grabbed a wooden spoon thick with her concoction and filled a new bowl, dropping it in front of me with so much force I had to wipe splatter from the back of my hand."Eat," she commanded.She looked like some fairy tale evil old witch ready to punish me with her glopped up spoon, faded pink paisley apron splotched with bits of food.I giggled. I couldn't help it. My amusement won me a wink and a grin before she pointed at the bowl."I said eat."Okay then. The first bite told me I'd be sharing what remained with my faithful Fey dog. He'd already licked the first one clean and was staring at me with the most rapt attention. While Gram's back was turned, I shoveled half of mine int
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