Are You Willing to Trust?

Chapter 9: Controlled Chaos

Meanwhile in the conference room:

Biting my lip, my mind spins as the boys loose control.

My eyes flicker over to my North Star first. I can see the outline of his muscular back through his shirt, he was tense. His soft eyes were wide and I could feel his protective bear mode kick on as he stepped into Angel's space. It was instant, but I could see Angel's eyes widen just barely as though she hadn't been expecting his reaction before she recovered. Hearing his gruff voice in barely a whisper, as though threatening, I frown unable to hear his Greek words under the background chatter, but if the tone was any indicator it wasn't good. 

My eyes then quickly slip to the large greek god whose warm calloused hand touches North's shoulder pulling it back only a centimeter in warning to his brother.  His lips also move but I hear nothing and can tell from Superman's physical behavior he knew that he wasn't going to become physical but what happens next causes both North and Silas to go ridged and all that has changed is that Angel's lips are moving. She speaks Greek. I can feel my eyes widen in surprise as she quickly glances to me her bright green eyes startling  as she turns and moves out the large white doors. 

My eyes flicker from her movements to Victor who stands by the door. His eyes are a flame but not in passion but in curiosity. They burn hotter as he takes in North and Silas's responses before following after Angel his body language relaxed. Hearing the volume grow, I glance to Meanie who is talking with Kota about Angel. His eyes are wide with excitement and curiosity as well. 

"She has some fucking balls. I fucking like her. Her dye job is terrible but I assume that is part of her image." He takes a quick breath and Kota's dark green eyes are wide in surprise. 

"Dyed hair?" His smooth masculine voice cuts in. His attention focused upon Meanie with interest. 

 "Its totally dyed." Meanie states meeting Kota's eyes and raising his own eyebrows happy to inform.  "Its way to dark against her skin tone. I assume she is a blonde or brunette. And those piercings! Fuck! I love it, a girl after my own heart. She definitely will fit perfectly at this fucking school. She plays her part well. I am excited to see what comes next." 

Taking a slow breath, I glance to Honey and Luke who are standing besides Mr. Blackbourne and Sean and instantly I feel a frown form on my lips. Mr. Blackbourne and Sean are both standing both of their muscular bodies are tense but not with worry. Glancing to Luke, I meet his soft brown eyes and he raises his eyebrows giving me a "mom and dad are fighting" look. Quickly rushing to meet Nathan's eyes I am able to release a breath when he shakes his head slightly at me before stepping in between the two. 

Taking a slow calming breath, I center myself knowing that I have multiple questions for everyone and that none of this was going anywhere fast. Standing from my chair, it seemed as though everything froze. All eyes were focused upon my movements. Smiling softly, I slowly meet each pair of eyes and each begin to gather back at the table. Taking another calming breath, I work up my courage to begin the conversation that needed to be started. 

"I think that we need to discuss what has just occurred in a civilized manner." I state clearly looking at everyone and making sure not to linger on anyone particular. "I know I have questions about the Academy, about us, and about Angel and I know I have different feelings about each of these. I also know that each of you has your own opinion on each and I want everyone's feelings to be heard." I take a slow breath and I see several of the boys nodding and ushering me to continue. 

"Angel is staying. It is clear and those of us that are upset with this decision I think need further clarification of why." I state and once again I get nods. Taking my seat, I look over toward Mr. Blackbourne who adjusts his tie and runs his hand through his hair. Frowning, I take note of how nervous he is before he stands. 

"I am unsure if everyone is aware but because of our current mission and our busy schedules we have been using a lot of favors recently." Mr. Blackbourne states and lets out a slow breath. "We recently reached zero and that was one of the reasons why the higher ups contacted me." There is shifting around the room and I quickly glance around and spot a lot of concerned looks. "Now there is nothing to worry about but they thought one of the best ways to gain favors quickly would be to assign us a mission." 

"And that mission was Miss. Angel Black." Kota finishes a questioning tone to his voice. Letting out a breath, Mr. Blackbourne nods. 

"What is the mission exactly?" Sean asks his green eyes focused on Mr. Blackbourne a clear frown on his face. 

"We are tasked with keeping Miss. Black safe and comfortable until she is to return to New York and testify in court." Mr. Blackbourne states watching the others and glancing at them slowly. "If other teams are to ask we are running an under cover sting operation. No one outside of this room besides Mr. Morgan should know of Miss. Black. As a result of completing this mission, we will earn favors and have permission to use Miss. Black's expertise in order to protect our team, complete our mission at Ashley Waters and influence other possible Academy members." Mr. Blackbourne glances to me and I smile at him understanding his position now and why he couldn't refuse the mission. 

Catching movement, I spot Silas shift in his seat curiosity in his eyes. "How many favors will we earn?" He states his voice soft. 

Mr. Blackbourne sits down once more in his seat glancing around at each of us. "100 each."