Shifted Fate by Alicia S.Rivers

Chapter 491

"Okay." I slid into a chair and looked at everyone there. "Lynn, Toya, and I will

leave today to head back to my father's pack. You guys will be here, with my mom and Wendy, to keep you guys safe. I'll come back with food if you need anything, but don't plan on being here long."

There were a few looks. "Why can't we just come with you?" Shelly looked at my mom. "I hope you aren't offended. I just want to stay with Amy." She smiled, but it was a grimace.

My mom laughed. "Not at all. I understand why you want to stick with her."

I leaned in. "Honestly, if I had the choice, everyone would come with me today. But Rick has someone with magic. They can't trace you here, because of the shield I erected." I held up a hand. "And before you ask, I have no ability to erect another one strong enough to hide everyone in the pack."

Alannah tilted her head. "How did you make this one?"

I looked down at my hands. "Carly's father." I looked up and met her eyes. "He was the last shaman and knew what was going to happen. He made sure that his death wouldn't be wasted." I looked away. "His death, blood, and sacrifice are fueling the shield. It isn't something I could recreate, even if I wanted to. His love is keeping this place safe."

Everyone nodded, but Rick looked disappointed. "So we won't be able to fight with you?"

I shook my head. "But there is something else you can do."

"What? I'll do

my computer and slid it to him. "Vince's mainframe

me. I know where he

Alannah and Ternen brightened. "You guys are probably more inclined with half the stuff around here and I know Wendy and my mom would love the help.” "Yes." Ternen smiled. "If you don't mind, I love to cook. I could take over meals.” Wendy bounced. "Oh my goddess, yes.

heard from upstairs. "She

Wendy laughed. "See."

able to cook since Vince moved me out of the kitchens. I

She rubbed her stomach that

mom smiled

give you a pregnancy friendly workout But no one in my pack will be helpless, I raised an eyebrow and my mom smiled. "If you two are okay

that is all settled. Let's

night, and this morning."

looked at his

reached over and patted his hands. "I know the three of you know

"So

Everyone nodded their consent.

same creature in their minds. A leech, if you will. I'm telling you, just in case you ever run into this foya