Wings of a Lark
Page 14
“You wanted to see me?” I said, standing in front of his desk.
“Yes, I assigned you as liaison to the magical community, but I didn’t realize that this role would ever become so vital. As you might be aware, the magic community and the elves have a long-standing distrust for each other due to some feud that began long ago.”
I nodded, I had heard about it, though I wasn’t around when the wars waged. That was before Vincent’s time too.
“The magic community has raised an issue with me fathering the king of the elves. They think this is a sign that the vampires are switching allegiance, and I can’t have a war on my doorstep. I worked hard to forge an alliance with the witches and warlocks. This is also terrible timing. Lark needs me around right now, so I would like you to go with Frankie, as our liaison, and meet with the elders. Assure them we are not changing anything and still wish to remain neutral in their war.”
“Sure, sounds like fun.”
Vincent bit his lip and rubbed his forehead. “I’m not happy about sending anyone, but I don’t know you Peri, and I am less happy about sending you. I would send my brother, Vlad, but he has gone home to visit my twin, and this won’t wait.” He paused and held my eye contact. It was very dramatic. “Please don’t start a war with the magical community.”
“No worries, boss. I got this.” He was still rubbing his forehead like he had a headache. “Is that all?” I asked.
“Yes, you are dismissed.”
He didn’t look up, so I toddled on my way. I took a shower and changed into some ass kicking clothes, strapped my knife on my leg and then tucked a few more in strategic locations on my body. I sent a text to Frankie that read. “You and me on a field trip to see the old witches?”
He replied “Really? I expected Vincent to handle this himself.”
“Well, he has a tiny person to take care of, so I’m up,” I sent.
“Awesome. You ready to go now?” he asked.
“Yes. Road trip!”
This would be a blast.
THE END
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First Printing: Jan 2019
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