Page 37 of Poseidon's Trident
“I’m a child of Ares, Thaddeus. I often resort to violence.” Raven rolls her eyes. “But only when people are being annoying or whiny babies.”
“Good to know. I’ve heard about your strength and don’t intend to push you toward that edge,” Thad says. “Also, only my mother calls me Thaddeus.”
“I like him much better than Draven,” Greyson says and chuckles.
“Thanks, but I don’t think it’s hard to be liked more than Draven. I’ve met the guy and have to say he’s a complete asshat,” Thad says.
“Fuckwit,” Raven says. “An asshat is being too nice.”
“You know, you’re right? Fuckwit does have a better ring to it.” Thad claps Raven on the shoulder.
A growl tears out of Greyson and his eyes widen. “Shit, I didn’t mean to do that. My wolf has been a lot more aggressive lately.”
I glance at Jayden in the driver’s seat before turning fully in my chair so my arms are hanging over the backrest.
“What do you mean?” I ask.
Could this be a side effect of the god touch? Is his wolf changing already? I have a bit more strength I have noticed and so does Raven, but we haven’t really been able to test my magic much with all the rain.
“My wolf has been harder to control. I think it’s because I’m not with my pack and pretty much alone at the academy.” Greyson glances at Raven.
Raven has been a hot mess since Rebecca basically banned Greyson from the academy dorms. She thought she would see him more now that he was staying at the academy, but she still sees him about the same.
“I’m not sure that’s it.” Jayden glances at him in the rearview mirror. “It could be your wolf reacting to being gods touched.”
“I had the same thoughts. Have you noticed anything else?” I ask Greyson. “Are you bigger in your shifted form?”
“I can’t exactly see myself to tell, Beth.” Greyson chuckles.
“I’m sure you’re going to have to shift at some point while we are on this mission so we can find out then.” I shrug.
“What about you? Have you all noticed anything different?” Greyson peers at each of us.
“I’m stronger but that could be because my dad gave us all a boost of strength. He thinks I didn’t notice but of course I did.” Raven huffs.
“My visions are clearer.” Adrian sighs. “And more frequent.”
“Well, shit. That kind of sucks. I’m sorry.” I hang my head.
“It helps the rest of us but not when you see the things that you don’t really want to see.” Raven turns sympathetic eyes on Adrian.
“It’s fine. I have had visions a long time. I have learned to deal with them.” Adrian shrugs.
“By giving us crap about the things we do. That’s how you deal with them.”
“If I have to see that shit, then I’m going to embarrass you for it.” Adrian grins.
“Now I’m getting the urge to punch someone,” Raven grumbles.
Greyson grabs her hand and pulls it into his lap. He raises an eyebrow at her and grins.
“Don’t get all stabby, babe. He’s just joking around.” Greyson chuckles.
“He’s not though. He’s seen things he’s not supposed to and teased me mercilessly. But tell me something, Adrian. Do you know what’s going to happen with Kira and Dax? Is that why you gave me a knowing smirk the other night?”
“I can’t tell you that.” Adrian sits forward. “I know what happens if I do and it’s not the outcome any of us want.”
“And what outcome are you ‘hoping’ for?” I ask.
