Freya agreed, “Let’s tell him. I dislike how our friend was treated, and I want them to pay for it.” I really did think that Angelique’s parents and her family were a bunch of jerks. With a few exceptions. I sighed and shot Angelique a look.
If she didn’t want me to tell him she’d tap her finger on her thigh but she didn’t. After several moments I turned back around because my friend didn’t use our signal. I answered, “Because neither of her parents would give her their name. They are mates.”
“Her mother is an Angel, her father is a Demon. They weren’t trying to get pregnant, and her mother claims she didn’t know. Which is a lie. She did and she wanted her mate's child. They show up occasionally in Angelique’s life.”
“Her half Demon brothers and… an Angel cousin, have worked together to keep her alive through childhood. They trained her on her powers and checked in with her. She doesn’t have a last name because they didn’t think she was worthy of one.”
I pointed at myself saying, “I personally would LOVE to see you shove it in their faces that her last name will be Cambridge… that she will be a Princess of the Hackura one day.” Gabe said, “Her last name IS Cambridge right now.” Ok… well… he just wanted Angelique to cry.
Gabe’s eyes blazed with anger. I said, “I’ll just go get that Angel’s name now… yup… everyone have fun with the blazing angry eyes… that were not really my fault when you think about it.” Angelique said, “I’m sorry, did you just say Princess, Mel?”
I smiled answering, “Oh yeah, umm Angelique… this is Prince Gabe Cambridge… so… you’re a Princess… and your family is going to have to eat literal crow. No, seriously… can that be thing someone makes them do? They so deserve that.”
Haley snorted “I could make them eat a damn crow so that saying would actually make some damn sense.” I quickly escaped out of the office and got to work. Valentina had left the wallets of the Bounty Hunters on my desk.
I easily hacked in and worked my way backwards. I snorted when I found out who it was that put out the hit. Freya said, “It’s exactly who you expected.” Which was good because she was someone Gabe could kill.
I felt Xander’s shock and regret in our bond. I wondered what happened. Hastein’s voice made me jump. “Who is it? You clearly found them. Who is trying to harm my brother’s mate?” I put my hand on my chest. I linked, “FREYA!” my wolf sighed, “I’m still hungry.”
I said, “Normally people can’t sneak up on me.” Hastein nodded, “I’m sure. Who is trying to have my brother’s mate murdered?” I asked, “Has anyone told you all… you have an element of creepiness to you? It’s cool… but also very sinister.”
“Your whole vibe is ‘I’m asking you a question and not even implying I’m going to rip people’s heads off… I’m going to massacre them and make them wish they were dead’ that’s the kind of vibe you all put off. I’ve tried to emulate it… but I don’t think it works.”
Hastein smirked, “I’d be happy to try and teach you. I find it fascinating you know that’s our vibe, yet you ditched Alexander’s Guard.” I shrugged, “They will be upset but they’d never hurt me… other people… sure. Like you plan to hurt so many people.”
I gasped, “Hey! How did everything go with K and her other side to her? It’s awesome… right?” Hastein smiled broadly admitting, “I was surprised. That’s not something I say often, but her other half is stunning.” I agreed, “She really is.”
Xander snorted, “Neither of you will say what K is?” Angelique came into the room looking lighter than I’d ever seen her. Gabe was right behind her evaluating everything around herwith a hard look. Angelique said, “I myself wished they would’ve slipped and said what she is. I like K.”
Hastein asked, “You know her?” Angelique smiled saying, “Melanie has a way of bringing people together. I lived with K for several months. I miss my roomie. How do you know her Mr. One day King?” I smiled knowing Angelique would love the answer.
Hastein answered, “She’s my mate.” Angelique squealed, “SHUT UP!” Haley asked, “Why? Why do people fucking say that in this realm? They don’t mean it. She does not actually want Hastein to stop talking.”
Angelique smiled, “I so don’t. Ohh the trouble K and I will get into in the Hackura realm. Our shenanigans will be legendary! I have so many places we need to go to.” I laughed while several people looked confused.
Angelique’s comments only made sense to me and my friends. I made T.V shows and movies for Angelique because that’s how she learned and kept her focus instead of folders and tests. So, she literally had places she’d want to visit and would freak out like she was on a studio lot.
Xander asked, “Lovebug, who is coming after Angelique?” I shot Angelique a look and she shrugged. I sighed and told everyone, “One of her aunts.” Angelique snorted, “It will Laila. She’s always felt super betrayed that my mother gave birth to me.” I nodded, “It is her.”
Gabe raised an eyebrow because he’d just learned what family Angelique came from on the Angel side. I’d tried to get in contact with Lucifer, but I was betting the non-Fallen Angels stopped that communication. I knew Lucifer would’ve taken Angelique in with the Fallen… but one cannot do that if they cannot reach him.
Laila was not a common angel name either. Haley said, “Oh fuck me. Let me fucking guess the name of the cousin who helpsyou. His name is I’m a goddamn damn Angel walking, Raphael?” Angelique smiled asking, “You know him?” I laughed, “They do.”
Gabe said, “You knew it was him earlier when you spoke of her cousin, Melanie.” I nodded because it was very obvious that I did. I said, “If he hasn’t heard my name is Melanie yet… which he might not have… tell him Ashley says hi. He’s a good guy.” Xander growled.
I asked, “What did I say?” Haley said, “Nothing worth growling over.” She shot Xander a look. Haley said, “I’ll have Lexi ask her Angel friend….” She trailed off when everyone looked at her like she was crazy.
My mother in law huffed, “FINE! I’ll have Aiden ask since they are friends too and not one damn person will give me a look over those two speaking. I’ll have my brother ask him why he didn’t ask us for fucking help. We would’ve helped keep Angelique safe.”
I said, “No offense, because you guys could, but you’re not exactly off anyone’s radar; and that was their goal with Angelique. Plus, it’s not like she’s twenty-five or something. They’d been hiding her since before you got together with Eric.”
“Though they could’ve asked after… or he could’ve asked Lexi… I maintain Lucifer was option…but he’s IMPOSSIBLE to get ahold off… which felt like it was interfered with… or maybe you have to… I don’t know…but that’s the point.”
I hummed, “Logically the Hood could’ve hidden Angelique. That’s a thing. So… Lexi has a reason to be pissed….that would be fair. She would’ve helped… and then she would’ve brought you all in.” Angelique laughed, “You’re making it worse for my cousin, Melanie.”
I frowned, “I’m just following the logical steps of what would’ve happened. Raphael did and does trust Lexi Daniels. Though she might doubt that when she finds out about this. IsRaphael coming to Thanksgiving tomorrow? Because… whew. This is going to get interesting.”
Xander answered, “No, he’s not. We also moved Thanksgiving to the Hackura realm.” I asked, “Why?” Xander explained, “Security reasons.” Angelique snorted, “I have that effect on people.” I assured her, “It’s not just you. It’s the combination of us. Possibly K if she’s coming.”
