Hidden System

Chapter 16: Part 2

      “Emma? Are you awake?” A soft echo bounced of the walls of the rocking vehicle. I flutter my eyes open and everyone was sound asleep besides Sam. Hope was still cradled in his lap while he slightly rocked her in his tattooed arms.

    “Sam? Why are you still up?” My head was now rested on Deacons lap with his head leaned back and his arm around my waist.

    “I couldn't sleep, not after you told me that Hick was my dad. It's just...I heard so many horrible things he has done to my people and I vowed to myself that I would kill him for the crimes he has committed but..”

    “But you can't do it because you realise he did those things to protect you. I know how it feels Sam but I promise I will kill my step dad so he will have no control over anybody.”

    “I appreciate that. I just want to say that whatever you are planning in that adventurous mind of yours is a bad idea but i'll support you if  you believe it's right.” i didn't reply. He knew what i was thinking of. I just hope it would work and not end up the way that has been haunting me for hours. I twist the ring around my finger and examined the sketches etched into the gold. The van jerked to a halt startled the rest of the group awake. The back doors flew open revealing the blinding light of the sun and a smiling James.

    “Wake up sleeping beauties we gotta set up camp.” a series of groans left their lips as they shuffled to their feet and out of the van. I shook Deacons lifeless body awake and he nearly killed James and his happy attitude.

    “Come on Emma get off your lazy butt and help Lucas get the fire wood. I stuck my tongue at him and wrapped my arms around myself. This place made me want to hide and quiver in the shadows. There were paw prints, scratches on the barks and dense woods everywhere. I jogged to catch up with Lucas and he greeted me with a warm kiss on my temple.

    “Luke, I don't like it here.” I clinged to his side and grabbed his humongous hand. He tries to hide his laughter at my fear but fails as he lets out a snort.

    “You will be ok Em. I’m right here and i'm not going anywhere.” his arm snaked around my waist sending pleasurable chills up my spine and dancing butterflies in my stomach. His warm touch wiped away all my fears as we strolled deeper into the woods. Twigs snapped underneath my shoes and the pine scent filled the air.

  “You know the plan right? If something goes wrong you stand behind me and James. Dominic stands behind you with Sam.”

  “I wont let you guys fight my battle between me and my step dad.” he grabbed my shoulders firmly and made me face him.

  “If he gets control over you we dont know if we can bring you back. You need to stay behind with the girls.”

  “He can't get control over me, can he?” tears sting my eyes but I force them to stay at bay.

  “Demons crave freedom and if he offers you freedom from Hell your demon self won't be able to resist.” So if I give myself up he could use me but if I dont he could kill them all. I slowly nodded my head.

 “Ok ill stick to the plan.” I placed a small kiss on his head and he inwardly relaxed. Deep inside I was really just going to stick to my bad idea. If things get too serious give up my life. He ran his thumb across my cheek and I leaned into his palm. The sweet gesture made my heart sky rocket.

  “Lets go get some firewood before they come after us.” I chuckled and picked up a few branches. Lucas did as well and motioned his head towards the camp. After a fewminutes of walking Lucas dropped his sticks and pinned me behind a tree. His hand clamped over my mouth as I clutch the branches to y chest. His eyes were golden and it slightly scared me even though I know he wont hurt me.

  “Dont. Move.” he snapped through his teeth when I went to turn my head.

  “What do you hear?” I whispered lowly knowing he could hear me clearly.

  “Men. Hunters searching for trespassers.”

Twigs started to snap in the distance and two males voices flooded my ears.

  “I swear Bill I saw a man and a young lady walking through.” the man with a tazer said.

  “I'm sure you were on drugs again.” the guy with a rifle shook his head and chuckled. Theyre a few feet away from us and every muscle in Lucas’ body is tense.

  “I will never forget a hot girl when I see one and if she is into some freaky stuff I might just use her.” Lucas’ eyes turned a dark red and he was about to launch at him but I grabbed him by his neck and forced his lips to my neck. He froze in an instant and tickled my skin with his ice cold breath.

  “Lets go back Nate.” the hunters headed back towards the direction they came from and once they were out I let a sigh of relief.

  “Why did you stop me? I couldve lost control and hurt you again.” I dropped the sticks and hugged him.

  “Because they would've killed you.” I whispered. His hands gripped my hips firmly and he put his forehead on mine.

  “He was going to rape you if he found us. Do you know what that did to me? I dont want any man touching you and if it Wasn't for the fact that we weren't on a mission I would take you right now in these bushes just to prove my point.” a tiny growl ripped from his mouth and I moaned as his lips connected with the soft skin on my neck.

  “Lucas, just kiss me already.” I breathed . he looked up and down at my body as he bit his lip. Slightly teasing me with his lustful eyes. He crashed into me and our lips moved in sync as he pressed my body upagainst the bark of the tree. I tangle my hands in his charcoal hair and tug making him moan. I pulled back and gasped for air. I looked in Lucas eyes and saw that our eyes had changed. His changed back to his green while mine turned blue.

  “We should finish this later.” I smiled. He smirked and grabbed the pile of twigs he dropped while I get mine and we continued our walk towards the camp. When we arrived at the clearing James and the girls were cracking jokes and talking about their past lifes.

  “What took yall so damn long?” Sabrina question after she stuffed a marshmallow in her mouth.

  “Hunters looking for trespassers.We should be safe for now though.” I looked around and spotted Dominic and Sam carrying makeshift bags of apples. Sam shot me a knowing look and I know Lucas noticed it.

  “What was that about?” Lucas breathed next to my ear as if on cue.

  “Its because I told him Hick was his father.” I lied. I placed the twigs I collected into a pile and did the same with Lucas’.

  “Would you do the honors sis.” James nodded to the pile of sticks. My eyes grew in shock, ive never tried setting something on fire. I breathed in and out and focused on heat and light. My hand felt as if someone was pinching it with a bunch of sharp needles. I ignored the pain and thought about light and the flames in my hand began to grow an even brighter red. I place my smoked hand in the pile of twigs and watched as they burned in flames. Cackles of the fire filled the air along with a few hoots of holler. I chuckled at my friends and wished that it could just stay like this forever.