The Call of War: The Watchers Chronicles: Book One
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“Christopher Jacob, I am still your mother! Be respectful.” Maria scolds her son.
“Believe me, for all five of us, it’s not by choice that we are stuck with you as a mom. By the way, we all leave tonight. Harrison and Allora have been approved to move to the Watcher Dorms at Knowledge Seekers Academy and no we are not telling you which campus.” Chris says to his mother causing more shock to show in her eyes. The three of them walk up to Ryan and Allora’s room to help their sister pack. When they walk into the room, Harrison and Allora have already started and have all Ryan’s clothes neatly put in a suitcase.
“Dad said to give this to you. He wasn’t able to handle everything happening today. He knew about Harrison and I, but Chris and Calvin was a shock for him. He understands why though, he has filed for divorce too. Mom is in a lot of trouble, and he would rather not be taken down for her bad choices.” Allora says handing envelops to Chris, Calvin, and Ryan when they close the door.
“Holy shit!” Chris says looking at the card and cheque that was inside. “Did he give you and Harrison this too?” He asks holding up a cheque for five million dollars.
“Yes, we all got it. Dad has sold everything. He wants nothing to tie us to her or this house. Alpha Jordan has already built dad a new home and there is room for us to visit. He gave Ryan a little extra, he said your birth father found out two years ago about you. He was really sick, and he sold off all his stuff so that you could have something to hopefully start new with. He wasn’t happy to hear about what mom did to you.” Harrison says giving Ryan a hug when tears start to pour down her cheeks.
“That monster is all I have left? I didn’t even get to know my dad. I mean dad here will always be dad, but I would have like to know my other family.” Ryan says as a knock on the bedroom door interrupts. Nema and Loki poke their heads in and don’t look happy to see tears on Ryan’s cheeks.
“Do we get to beat the living fuck out of her now? You’re all leaving and honestly I can’t wait for what the Lace River Alpha says to do with her!” Loki says walking in and giving Ryan a hug.
“No let the Alpha’s deal with the garbage. Let’s just get Ryan out of this hell and somewhere she can start to have happiness. We all get ours when we leave in the next 30 minutes too so.” Chris says shaking hands with Nema.
“Are you ready Critter?” Nema asks. Ryan looks around and realizes her brothers and sister packed all the important stuff for her already. Nodding her head yes, everyone grabs boxes, bags, and a suitcase before heading out.
“Ok so I know I should have asked way before now but, why do you call Ryan critter Nema?” Calvin asks, causing both Loki and Nema to look at Ryan surprised.
“Umm well that isn’t really for me to tell you. Ryan, you better let them know, since I am taking it you haven’t yet.” Nema says crossing his arms over his chest.
“What haven’t you told us Ryan?” Harrison looks scared that it’s something bad.
“She’s a Touch shifter, like her father.” Everyone turns to see their father sitting at the kitchen island again.
“What’s a Touch shifter?” Allora asks looking at their dad, Nema and Ryan.
“She shifts into whatever animal she has touched. Right?” Chris asks looking amazed at his little sister.
“I have to ask permission to pet them first, if they say yes then I can shift into that animal. If they say no, then it’s just like petting a dog or cat.” Ryan says. Her siblings all shriek and bounce with excitement, before tackling her in a hug.
About The Author
Patricia L. Halladay
A creative, and constant learner, with a love of Greek and Celtic Mythology. Patricia lives at home with her children (both human and furbaby). Having a passion for Halloween and all things monsters, October is her busiest month, but her passion isn't contained to just that month. When not working on her upcoming books, Patricia can be found with a paint brush or circular saw in hand. Her creativity extends into painting, hand painted signs and woodworking. She shares her love of the Supernatural with her son and looks to branch out into other areas of Myth and Legend in future writings.
Books In This Series
The Watchers Chronicles
Three very different girls, three very different starting places but all end up with seats of power. In the end it will take the three together to set the world right again!
The Call of War
Who would have guessed that my enemies would be centuries old and holding a grudge against me since 1253 BCE.? Not to mention a millenia old demon that wants what is not hers! The claws will have to come out to show everyone that this warrior takes no prisoners and always protects what's hers.
The Hunt for Knowledge
Release July 2021
The Creation of Life and Peace
Release October 2021.
Books By This Author
Nimara: Children of the Gods Book 1
Tenelle: Children of the Gods Book 2
Release July 2021
Paw Prints in the Snow.
Release July 2021