I had just a few seconds to tuck the medallion under my collar before Laurent directed me out of the bathroom. A moment later, Alpha goes in. They saved me from trouble immediately after getting me into it? I guess I can’t complain.
I feel funny…like my brain is caught in a cloud…and fatigued…I think I’ll go lie down for a bit…
“Ellie! Wait up!”
Oh gods, can’t I catch a break? I bite back a groan and turn to face Jax.
“Did you get it? The bomb worked!” They ramble on about every tiny detail about their ‘distraction,’ as if I care right now.
Would you like me to deal with this child?
‘No, Laurent. Lay a finger on them and I will get rid of you.’
“Ellie?” Jax snaps their fingers in front of my eyes. “You okay?”
“Yes,” I answer slowly. “Just tired.”
“Did you get the talisman
