Chapter 16

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?”

“I’ll show you later.”