Page 31 of Conquered Obstacles

“You think we should have one big New England powwow to handle this and make it clear that people need to pull their heads out of their asses?” Poseidon asked.

“That wasn’t what I was suggesting, but now that’s my answer,” I said as I glanced at Hades, glad when I saw he was on board. “Let people see where they really rank. The full moon is next weekend. Get ancients here so people see that reality. Also…” I smirked at them.

“How many are already on your side. Very smart, Sister,” he praised.

“I have my moments but yes, that too.” I had a moment to smile thinking about Renee beating Barb or these twits. She might have been an infected wolf, but that woman had fought off a lot of men and trained. She was street-tough and fought to win. She would wipe the floor with these pampered princesses. “It’s mandatory unless it blows covers.”

“Or I can walk someone into the underworld?” Hades checked.

I nodded. “You’d probably have to with one of these stupid fucking Alphas. Willie was that deluded for sure. We still have to decide what to do about these infected wolves growing and their leadership, but for now…”

“Let’s handle New England,” Poseidon said, both of us agreeing. “Think the twins will be fine with it?”

I threw back my head and laughed. “My daughters need excuses to smack the stupid out of people. I will bring the popcorn.”

“Sounds fun,” Poseidon purred, rubbing his hands together. “We’ll handle everything else. You bring the food, and we’ll make sure everyone attends. Maybe even some of these nieces and nephews hiding on your plane.”

Fair enough.

Jamie was fine and resting when I finished up at the bakery for the day. Patti was sleeping in a chair near his bed, clearly having taken care of him. I woke her up to send her back home to get ready for what was to come.

“This could destroy my marriage,” she whispered as she stared at Jamie.

“If it does, you have my protection and can stay in the guest house or my apartment as long as you need,” I told her, nodding when she couldn’t hide her shock. “Don’t make the decision because you’re worried about money or what comes next. That is the trap we’ve both fallen into. Make the right decision so you can look in the mirror tomorrow, Patti. You have support now.”

“Thank you, my goddess.” She let out a slow breath and nodded she was ready to be sent home.

Good for her.

Just to be sure, I went with and was glad to find her husband wasn’t there. The fool could have been stupid and done something over the line… More than he already had.

Then again, my brothers would have thought of that.

Sure enough, when it was time to meet up and the vampires were all awake, I wasn’t shocked to find Mr. Kraft and his brother restrained to boards Hannibal Lecter style.

“Really?” I chuckled.

“They are some of the most annoying wolves—men I have ever met,” Hades grumbled, shaking his head.

“Any other problems?” I asked, snickering when they gave me looks not to be silly. “All handled?”

“I’m wounded you doubt us,” Poseidon teased. “Feed me treats.”

“Of course, my darling brother,” I purred. I turned and made dozens of folding tables appear loaded with desserts all cut and ready to serve. There were plates, utensils… Everything. The party was ready to be catered.

And then I added three plush recliner chairs for us right by the fighting ring they had set up in the large warehouse along with huge bins of popcorn.

“Smartass,” Hades grumbled, but looked amused. “We need more chairs.”

I glanced around and saw Dion and Chen plus the twins, making chairs for them as well. I felt a few more gods, but they weren’t showing themselves yet so they could hide in the shadows.

“Alright, let’s get started with the fun.” I moved to the middle of the ring and smiled out at the gathered group. “Too many of you think you are highest on the food chain or are stupid as to the truth of the world. We’re going to change that, and hopefully you will learn some much needed self-preservation from this.

“For starters, those of you not stupid and who already know which side you are on of this, you are welcome by us and invited to enjoy refreshments. Those of you who think you are the best or pissed I punished the wolf, didn’t want to be here—any of it, you can stand on this side and get your dose of reality. Watch your mouths though because ending up in the underworld is on the table.”

I released Mr. Kraft and his brother, and Hades made Jamie’s cousins appear… Along with Barb Kraft.

“You scarred my daughters?” Jamie’s uncle seethed.

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