Chapter 32

“Tell him I love him and need him,” Niko replied. “There’s nothing more I can do but that. If it isn’t enough…” He shook his head sorrowfully.

“Have you told Kasper and Darwin, and anyone else you work for? They might be able to locate him.”

“Are you kidding, Dad? Greg’s human. He knows supernatural beings exist, thanks to me. They’d want him dealt with, one way or another. My feelings wouldn’t matter.”

?tienne nodded. “I’m afraid you’re right. It was a stupid suggestion.”

“Not stupid. You’re trying to help. No. I’m just going to have to wait it out and pray he loves me enough that in the end he’ll decide I’m worth it in spite of everything.”

“He will,” Jelena said with conviction.

Niko gave her a stern look. “Without your help.”

“Yes, dear. I promise.”

“Thank you.” Niko got up. “I suppose I should go back home.” He smiled wistfully. “Maybe he’ll be there.”

“Stranger things have happened,” Jelena replied hugging him. “You had better keep in touch so we know what’s going on.”