Untouchable by Marii Solaria

Chapter 85 The Reunion

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“Family and friends are hidden treasures, seek them out and enjoy their riches.” – Wanda Hope Carter

Kiya

“Why didn’t you tell me you’re a mermaid?”

“Why didn’t you tell me you’re a werewolf?”

“…Touché.”

The smell of burning wood and concrete encompassed the surrounding air. Violetta, Phoebe, and I made it out of the river and were walking toward where the packs are. We trembled under the chilly breeze, which did not make for a fun time since the three of us were barefoot and drenched from head to toe. Phoebe’s leg was injured with the bullet wound, so we supported her during our slow walk.

Guided by my powerful sense of smell, the scents of the wolves got stronger the closer we approached. I could smell the other avatars, and it brought me relief to know they were safe. We were all safe.

“Is your pack nice? Violetta asked, pushing some of her wet hair behind her ear. “They won’t eat me, right?”

“Most don’t like seafood, so you’re good.” I chuckled, even when she reached over and flicked my forehead. That laugh was needed. I saw a smirk etched on her face, even Phoebe’s. “There are two different packs here. One is mine and Phoebe’s, who are nice. The other one… well, are allies. Can’t say much about them.”

“Ah.”

Shuffling got louder and noises cleared to the conversation. As we advanced, I could make out the faces of many wolves of Garnet and Zircon Moon alike, including my friends. Our gang of friends is the first to notice us. Phoebe’s shout of pure relief tugged at my heart.

“Guys!” Sapphire screamed, ripping herself from Isaiah, running towards us. Everyone’s heads snapped in her direction, including the avatars who all had blankets or jackets around them. I noticed a few of them were snuggled with the warrior men and women. They found their mates!

‘Take care of Phoebe and Violetta first, please,” I say, handing the wet witch off to them. Phoebe wrapped her arms around Galen, who caught her before she fell.

“I missed you guys…” She muttered, resting her head on our friend’s chest. Galen, looking like he won the lottery, squeezed back.

“We missed you too! Get kidnapped again and I’m beating your asses.” He growled with a grin as Mikhail came over with a thick towel.

“Says the one who spent all night praying and crying for their safety.” He waggled his eyebrows, making Galen blush. I urged Violetta to head towards Jackie and the others to get taken care of. That just left me.

scent of peaches and mangos smacked me in

the strength she could muster. “Oh,

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is pressed against her bosom. Patting her arm for release, she pulled away, revealing her tear–stained face. “I’m sorry for worrying

me. Even Anthony came over and gave me a bone–crushing hug. It must have felt strange to the wolves of our pack to see their

mind it. It meant he loved me and that’s all that

with a sad look. They took several

and, strangely, I hugged her back. Turning my head, Neron. approached. His face wore multiple expressions of happiness, sadness, and worry. When he got close enough, he leaned in to hug me but recoiled

He rubbed the sore spot. “What the

this time I was convinced he died. Images of Neron lying on the grass in a pool of blood haunted me, but I was so glad to be confirmed wrong. He looked as

thousand times over if it meant you’re safe.” He cooed, squeezing me in our hug. Tingles and preordained

too. I was glad everyone was okay. The hellscape burns behind us. That place would never hurt and harm innocent avatars again. It died in the

Osiris and Cerberus died in

afternoon sun began its beginning stages of departure. Activity boomed across the land as both Alphas worked on arrangements for the avatars to return to their homes, including by car

how he missed me. I smiled and hugged him

her usual gothic–like gear. Some she–wolves lent her clothes since we only

repeat, it is great meeting you

across the gauze wrapped around her calf. “Have your contacted your partner?”

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her pocket, she pulls out two slips of paper and

happiness. “Does this mean

look before breaking out into a smile. “Yeah. We escaped hell together, so that means we have something to bond on. Trauma bonding for the

to her place. She’ll be resuming her music career after this. I knew with the support from

dull pain throbbed on the side of my neck, reminding me of what Osiris did. There were holes in my memory from all my encounters with him, and that worried

the uncomfortable feeling leave. It settled, weighing on my heart and psyche. Even as our friends came over and hugged us, I

madness was

the couch in warm pajamas with a blanket wrapped around us. I lent

just in case, I was going to contact Mayra to

on the television, Anthony rushed in with the others trailing behind him, holding his cell phone. Mom was teary–eyed, and Dad was patting her shoulder while

Phoebe and I sat up in shock

cried, blotting her tears with her handkerchief. “My grandson

handsome!”