Gifted Connections: Book 2(50)

I had only got to accompany them on one other mission in the past; the same mission I found Alex the first time.

Drake seemed slightly withdrawn as he sat in the back, talking on the phone. Jaxson was beside him playing on his own phone. Will had slipped in the sleeping quarters in the back, occupied on his phone. Collin, Rachel, Gavin, and Jemmy had found seats in the recliners up front. I was sitting on the couch located in the middle of the jet with Noah and Troy, while Jace and Remy had taken seats across from us.

I was feeling slightly awkward. In the past, we had clicked quickly, but this time around they almost seemed hesitant with me, like they were unsure how to proceed. I had no clue either. Everything seemed more natural the first time around.

“So, you have a brother Micah out there as well. How do we find him?” Troy asked.

I shrugged. “The last time we found him, Alex helped us. Micah was in Baltimore. Horatio’s already a step ahead of us. He may already have him in custody.”

Remy’s eyebrows knitted. “We’ll find him,” he said gruffly.

Noah shifted on the couch and pulled me close to his side. I sighed and leaned my head into him.

Jaxson seemed agitated as he came back with Will. “I tried to tell Tamara we needed to talk, but I’ve been unable to reach her,” he said as he took a seat next to Jace and Remy.

Will sighed as he rubbed his eyes. “They’re gone. I sent a team to apprehend Bridgette, Zach and his connections to question them further, but they’re nowhere to be found.”

“Did Collin warn them?” I exclaimed.

Will shook his head. “We took his phone. He has no way of contacting them, and we’ve been with him the whole time. Plus, with the help of Rachel, we know Collin is regretting his actions. He never knew how Horatio operated.”

“So, someone else tipped him off,” Jace said grimly.

“What do we do now?” I asked.

Will took a seat on the arm of the couch across from us. “I think for now, we focus on your connections. Troy and Jace, I would like it if you stayed home for a while. Remy, I don’t want you travelling to your restaurants out of state, not unless you all go.”

Troy nodded. “I already have Leo as my point man. I’m going to do what I can, when I can, at home.”

“I’ve already submitted a leave of absence at school,” Jace said. “Maybe it’s time I came home as well and take a position at the Academy.”

Will nodded in agreement. “You know we can always find you a position somewhere. The elementary school’s music program is a bit rudimentary, we can focus on that.”

“Does that mean I’m coming…home?” I asked hesitantly. “What are our plans with Collin?”

Will looked at us in contemplation. “We have some decisions to make. I’m not sure he’ll be safe on his own. I was thinking about handpicking a security detail to accompany you to your classes. Including Collin, Noah, and Drake.” When Noah went to protest, Will held up his hand. “Just until your connection is complete.”

“So, what are you waiting for?” Jemmy looked at us. I hadn’t noticed that everyone had gathered around us.

I blushed and ducked my head. “It’s not that easy.” I turned and grabbed Troy’s hand. “There was definitely something there before, but…”

“We need to get to know each other again,” Troy stated as he squeezed my hand.

“Is security going to be with me at my apartment?” Collin looked worried.

“I was thinking,” Will looked at all of us. “Maybe you can temporarily move in with us…”

Some of the guys reluctantly nodded, and although I was still angry at him for having a hand in screwing up our lives, in a way I should be thanking him and Horatio. Troy was a happier man knowing no one had to suffer at the hands of his foster brother. Time had been changed, and that had given me the opportunity to enlist Judge Myer’s help. Plus, the relationship I had with Noah was stronger now. We got to know each other on a deeper level. His insecurities with sharing me hadn’t had time to imbed itself in his psyche.





Chapter 14


The drive to Lewes, Delaware was about an hour south from the airport. As we pulled up into the quant beach town, I could understand why they had chosen this location. It was quiet. The tourist season was over. There would be very little people, if any, in the cottages. The closer we got, the more anxious I became.

We finally pulled up in front of the cottage down the street in our black Tahoes. Will turned in the front seat and looked at me. “Can you try to communicate with Alex? See what we’re up against?”

“I can try,” I nodded. Noah squeezed my hand reassuringly. Troy and Remy exited the vehicle with me, and we made our way closer to the house.

“Alex,” I called out to my brother mentally. I waited a few minutes before calling out to him again. “Alex, can you hear me?” A few more moments passed, and I was starting to get discouraged.

“Blake?” a small voice asked hesitantly.

I grinned, close to tears at the relief I felt. “Yes! Do you remember me?”

“Yeah,” he said in such an exasperated tone, I almost giggled. “I fell asleep with Ella on the couch watching a movie and I woke up at my dad’s. I thought you guys didn’t want me anymore,” he sounded sad.