Detective Angel - Lost Angel series

Chapter 3

With our company finally gone, Jeremy turned to me. I was tired of being in the dark about everything but I wasn’t sure if I wanted to know. I was already on information overload and was completely exhausted. Jeremy was standing at the end of the bed fidgeting.

“Chere, I know you’re tired and overwhelmed but Jack is right. I need to explain to you what it means that we are mates. It shouldn’t be possible considering who we are but the Goddess doesn’t always care about our rules. I knew from the moment I smelled you coming down those stairs that you were meant to be mine. Then I saw you and my world seemed to stop. In that moment I fell for you hard. You were in danger and you still took the time to get me out of my prison. I couldn’t believe how brave you were.”

He sat on the bed near me and sighed. “As soon as I realized what you were I knew I’d have to reject you but I couldn’t bring myself to do it. I thought you were playing with me at first until I realized that you had no idea what I was or even what you are. I made up my mind then on that plane that I would help you regain your memories and then you can reject me. I realize now that I’m in love with you. I will never be able to reject you and free you from our bond. I’m not strong enough.”

The confusion was a living thing inside of me. Maybe my brain had shut down in the overload. “Jeremy I don’t understand. Are you telling me that we are meant to be together forever by fate? If so then what about the rules in place forbidding us to be together? What do you mean reject me?”

“That is what I mean Chere. The goddess has fated us to be together. As I said she doesn’t care about our rules, only what she deems appropriate. We could release ourselves from the bond we have by rejecting each other as mates. We say the words and the bond breaks, freeing us from each other.”

My head was starting to hurt. “I think I’ve had enough information for tonight. My head feels like it’s over stuffed. I need to go over these things on my own to come to terms with all of this. I’m going to get some sleep if that’s alright.”

“Of course. Get some sleep and I’ll follow up with our next lead. I’ll be back before dawn.” Jeremy caressed my cheek as he stood to leave.

I just nodded and curled up in the bed. I had no intention of sleeping. I needed to get away from him and his world to clear my head. I just didn’t want him to know that. He took one last look at me before he walked out the door. I waited there for a full five minutes after I heard the elevator close. Jumping up from the bed, I started packing my things into my suitcase. I needed to go back to where everything made sense to me. I pulled my phone out and dialed Jake.

“Angel? What’s wrong? Are you alright?”

“I’m fine Jake. I’m just overwhelmed right now. Jeremy has somethings that he needs to do so he’ll be staying here but I’m coming back. I need transport though. Is anyone close to me?”

“Brooks is the closest to you. He’s driving back now. I guess he went to see his family in Alabama. I’ll contact him and have him pick you up.”

“I can call him Jake. Please don’t worry about me. I’ll message you when I’m with Brooks.”

I hung up the call and dialed Brooks. “Hey Boss lady! To what do I owe the pleasure?”

“I need transport. I have to get out of here.”

“Is everything alright? Did he hurt you?”

“No Brooks, I’m not hurt. I’m just overwhelmed and need to be back where I belong. How close are you to where I am?”

“Well I’m in Tennessee now, send me your location and I’ll swing by to get you.”

“Thanks Brooks. Sending now.”

“Oh it says I’m ten minutes from you. I’ll see you soon Angel.”

“I’ll be ready. Thanks again.”

We both ended the call. I finished packing everything and looked around the room for paper and a pen. I didn’t want Jeremy to worry about me but I couldn’t stay here any longer. Even though I felt like I was running away, I couldn’t help myself. Opening a drawer in the night stand, I found what I was looking for. I scribbled a quick note to Jeremy, just letting him know that I was heading back home. He wasn’t my favorite person right now but I wasn’t cruel like he was. I wouldn’t withhold information from him as he did me. Placing the note on the pillow, I walked to the door and grabbed my suitcase. He would be mad but he can get over it.

Ten minutes later, I was sitting in a car with Brooks listening to the radio. I had sent Jake a message to let him know that I was safe with Brooks and would be back soon. Thankfully Brooks didn’t start asking questions when I got in the passenger seat. He just put my bag in the trunk and pulled out.

I was watching out the window as we drove down the highway. The further I got from Jeremy the more I missed him. A few times I wanted to have Brooks turn around and go back but my anger wouldn’t allow it. Why would he keep things from me? And if I was his mate, what about the rule keeping our kinds apart? Could we be together?

“So….” Brooks was probably dying to ask questions but didn’t want to be rude.

“How was your visit?”

“Peaceful. I noticed that my mom and sister’s had white roses already. I wonder who could have been that thoughtful.” Brooks didn’t sound curious.

“Jeremy and I were close so I made him stop. I couldn’t leave without them having flowers. I saw the new headstones you chose. They are beautiful.”

“They should be, you help me pick them out.” He laughed and glanced at me.

“I know you want to ask questions, so go ahead.” I sighed.

“Any leads?”

“Nothing concrete. There were a few people that were going to look into any reports and reach out to others. Just a lot of information that I don’t need and pity.”

“Well that sucks.”

“Yup.”

The rest of the ride was pretty uneventful. Brooks played different radio stations and sang along to some of them. I was in my head most of the time. So far I had learned there were different shifters, different kinds of Fae, and vampires. The vampire thing still shocked me. Jackson said it wasn’t like the movies or books but I feel like I needed more from him. If they healed like shifters and the Fae, then why did he have all of the scars? Were they born like that or were they made somehow?

The only thing that remained the same was my crew. They would always be my family. No matter what I found out, they would be with me. I just didn’t know if I could continue being with the Agency. My head was starting to hurt again. Maybe I just needed to get to work and I’d feel better. When I am working then everything makes sense. I need to feel normal if that is possible.

I pulled my phone out and messaged John. I needed to do something before I lost my mind. He responded immediately. ‘Anything you need my Angel.’ I was glad that at least he would do as I asked without laughing at me. Another message followed, ‘you leave for London as soon as you are ready.’ Wonderful. I would be in another country and away from Jeremy. I couldn’t help but feel a little panic at that thought but I quickly pushed it away. I was just fine without him before. Why would I need him now?

“Brooks, looks like we are heading for London.”

“Cool! I love London. Oh by the way, Travis is in training so you don’t have to deal with him. We gained two more since you left to be a detective. Both women are quiet but they seem to be up to standards. Oh and Adam passed his field test. So you don’t have to worry about him either.”

“I’m happy for Adam. He really was a good agent once he got over his issues. Jake and Sara did amazing breaking him of his bad habits. Travis should do well so that’s another great addition to the Agency. Have you had much interaction with our newbies?”

“Not really. Jake and Sara would be able to tell you more. Lee and I left about the time you did. Jason, well, you know him.”

“Nose in a computer as always. Is Lee back yet?”

“No idea. He went his way.”

“I’ll check with Jake. I want to leave as soon as possible.”

“What about your wolf friend?”

“He’ll be alright without me.”

I could tell Brooks wanted to ask more but I got on my phone. Jake’s phone rang once before he answered.

“Angel. What’s wrong?”

“Why does something have to be wrong?”

“I don’t know. I just worry when you call.”

I could only giggle. “We will be leaving for London as soon as we get back. Is everyone there?”

“Sara and I haven’t really left here. We’ve been working with our new additions. Lee just got back a little bit ago. I’m not sure where Jason is but he’s probably in the dugout. You know him.” The dugout is what we called the computer labs in HQ.

“Well find Jason and have everyone get ready. We leave as soon as everyone is packed. Can you let Sara know to get a flight ready for us?”

“She’s already working on that. I think she has become attuned you.” Jake was laughing. I heard Sara yell at him to get to work in the background.

“We’ll be there soon Jake. Tell Sara thank you.”

“You got it Angel. I’ll have your stuff ready too.”

With that the phone disconnected. “Brooks when we get back, get your things ready and we’ll meet in the dugout.”

“Oh I’m ready. I have been since you left. I knew once you got back we’d be off again.”

I smiled and giggled. They didn’t know it but my pride in my crew was soaring. I was so grateful for them. Even though I wasn’t happy about getting more agents added to my life, I was thankful for them. I wouldn’t have time to work with the new agents but what better way than to get right to work.

Sara had sent me their files while I was away. She even highlighted certain things that she found helpful. I guess both women were gifted. It showed in their testing as well. Jake had suggested that one of them might be a good stand in for me. Sara agreed and sent me even more information on both. They were right of course but I wasn’t ready to give up my position.

I had this overwhelming feeling that I wasn’t supposed to be leaving. I tried to examine the feeling but I couldn’t understand why I was having it. This was my lively hood and I was good at it. So why do I feel so off?

My mind wandered to Jeremy. He wouldn’t be back to the room yet. Would he try to follow me? I’m sure he’d be able to catch up with me eventually. At least I would get some space until then.