Chapter 76 - Going Home

I start to stir in bed. It must be my subconscious aware that it's time to go home where we're safe. I kick the covers off and I stretch still laying in bed. I look to the Alarm clock on the end table and it reads; 4:00am. I yawn and sit up in bed. My father and guards are already waiting for me at the table. "We've packed all your things. We wanted you to get you rest" My father states. "Oh thank you. Are we still on time?" Dahlia asks. "Yes, we are and don't worry, we will be out of here before you know it" My dad says. "The Fae, was lurking again" Jackson said. "We didn't let her in because you were asleep" Paige says. "Well let her in!" Dahlia says. Jackson goes to the suite door and opens it. I watch as the little pixie comes flying in. "It's about time!" Harper says becoming visible. "That's so cool you can do that" Dahlia says. Harper give me a smile. "Sorry, I slept in. What is it that you need?" Dahlia asked. "I just wanted to report in from last night" Harper stated. "Word is, that Luna Ravenwood, is elegant, powerful and not a force to be reckoned with. The impression made on the council was top notch. They are in love with you. Also, rumor has it, that the Luna is actively looking for a suitor" Harper said with an eyebrow raised. "Yeah, the suitor thing, is Ulrich's idea, because he wants me to be a "union" and have rightful claim to my lineage" Dahlia says rolling her eyes. "Dahlia, can I go back to the Island with you?" Harper asks. "Well, I don't see why not? What do you think dad?" Dahlia asks her father. "Who will keep tabs in the council?" My dad asks. "Being Fae, I can teleport where I choose, I just have to visit the location first" Harper exclaimed. "Oh I see" my dad says with his thinking face on again. "Being able to go back and forth, it will be faster to give Intel and prepare" Harper says. "Why didn't Emma bring you there?" My father asks. "You know Emma, always cautious and she refused to go back to the council because of well...you know...What happened with Dahlia's parents" Harper said carefully. "I see" my dad says. "It's alright with me but if you bring us any hell, we'll you know the rest" my dad says. "Understood!" Harper exclaimed. "I will just go invisible and follow you on your travels" Harper says. "Great, looks like everything has been settled" Dahila says. "I think it's time to go" Dahlia said. My dad looks at his wrist watch again. "You're right, let me page the front desk" my dad says. He walks over to the phone, pick it up and starts to talk to someone. "Hello, yes, the Lunas room again, we are ready to leave and need an escort out...10 minutes...Okay...yes..Cesar...Okay thank you" My dad says and hangs up the phone. Attendees will be able to help in about 10 minutes and Cesar is the driver again Dahlia. Are you okay with that?" my dad asks. "Yes, it's fine" Dahlia says. We wait the ten minutes and a knock bounces off the door and Harper goes invisible. My dad walks over to the door and opens it. at his suprise it's Lord Ulrich. "Good morning, Ethan, I just wanted to wish you well. on your travels" Ulrich says. "Why, thank you, we really must be going" my dad says. Saved by the manors employees punctuality. The bag carrier arrives with his trolley and load our stuff. "Lord Ulrich, it was a pleasure meeting you" Dahila says as she placed a hand on his shoulder. We then walked out of the room leaving him at the door. We make our way out of the manor and the front desk lady sends her goodbyes. "Thanks for staying at Patrician Manor, please visit us again soon" She says. We just look at her and nod our heads in agreement. We're ready to get the hell out of here. Waiting out front is the familiar blacked out limousine. Cesar, is standing there waiting for us. "Luna, good to see you again" he states. "Hello, Cesar, thank you for driving us" Dahlia said. The bag carrier loads the limousine and we leave that dreadful place. The ride is fairly quiet. "Was your stay pleasant?" Cesar asks. "It was interesting to say the least" Dahlia replies. "Yeah, it takes a lot getting used to. The place would be even better without Ulrich. He's changed the place since he's been there" Cesar surprisingly says. "Oh, you don't like it there?" Dahlia asks. "Let's just say, I report to one and only one Vampire and it's not the council" Cesar stated with a chuckle. We arrive at the hanger fast. The same black jet is waiting for us. Cesar pulls beside the jet. "All ready to go?" Cesar says. "Definitely!" Dahlia replies. We get out but Cesar stays inside, it's understandable, the sun has risen. We wave to him and the limousine leaves us behind in the hanger. As we're waiting, the jet door opens and the steps come down. "Good morning" Angelica says cheery. "Hello" I say back. "The craft is ready for boarding" she says again. We walk up the steps, place our bags in the holders and take our seats. "Take off will be in 10 minutes" Angelica states. The plane ride goes the same as it did the fist time, the strange Captain, the strange safety video. Everything is the same minus we have Harper with us, and I'm awake the whole time. The plane takes off and I just stare out the window thinking about what I need to do to beat Lord Ulrich. It's too soon to have to engage in another battle so soon. I also have to find a mate? Who wants one of those? The ride goes a lot faster than I expect. The intercom comes on "Preparing for landing, please fasten your seat belts" the intercom clicks off. I put my seat belt back in and stare at Portland Airport. Thank God, something familiar again. I can't wait to be home. The intercom comes on again. "There's some turbulence ahead, the ride will be bumpy" the Captain says. I look to my dad and he seems to be relaxed. The plane starts shaking and you can feel, the jet bounce as it passes through the inflicted area. Oh my god I hate this. After a few minutes of this hell, the plane levels out and the ride is smooth again. I feel the plane start to decrease in elevation, it must be time to land. I try to stay calm. Surprisingly, it works and I stay relaxed. I hear the jet tires bounce off the runway and squeak as the breaks are applied. I watch as we roll up to a giant gateway terminal. The plane comes to a complete stop and the intercom turns on again. "Thank you, for flying Paranormal Airways" The Captain says. Angelica comes out and announces "Give me a minute to open the door and hook it to the terminal" Angelica stated. We wait and watch as she flawlessly does her job. Everyone grabs their bags and waits for the go ahead to exit. "You may exit the aircraft and thanks again for flying Paranormal Airways" Angelica said with a giant smile. We wave goodbye to her and leave the craft. "I'm so glad that's over" Dahlia says to her father. "You're telling me" he replied laughing. "Thank god I don't have to be invisible anymore" Harper said as she became visible. We walk outside and it feels so nice to feel that ocean breeze I've come to love. Our Pack SUV is waiting for us, to take us back to the Island. We throw our stuff inside and we all hop in. The driver doesn't hesitate to get us back to the mainlands docks. My father must of had something to do with it. We drive for 40 minutes and we get stuck in a couple traffic jams, but we made it back to the docks fairly quickly. Note to self, let's not travel like that for awhile. My nemesis comes into view, that damn speed boat. I look at my dad and he gives a reassuring look. "We don't have to rush this time" my father says. "What's the matter?" Harper asks. "Dahlia, isn't fond of boat rides" my father says. "Oh, I have the remedy for that" Harper says as she flicks her wand over me. The SUV comes to a stop. "Let's go home" my dad says. I nod my head in compliance and I get out of the vehicle and head towards the boat. Harper did some cool wand thing and our bags floated to the boat on their own. I get in the speed boat. The rest settle in and the driver starts the boat. Oh hell, here we go. The driver speeds off towards the Island, but the movement doesn't affect me at all. What did Harper do to me? With just over an hour passing we reach the docks of Ravenwood Island. That was my first pleasant boat ride, well since ever. We gather our belongings and my dad walks the four of us to the mansion. "Oh wow! I've only seen pictures but this is way better in person" Harper says. "Then you'll love the inside, it's beautiful, just a bit deserted" Dahlia says. "Deserted?" Harper asks. "We are still working on renovations to the mansion. We haven't moved any pack members in yet" My father stated. "Oh thats not a problem" Harper says. We reach the giant Brass Doors of Ravenwood and my dad grabs hold of the giant wolf heads and swings the doors open. "Welcome to Ravenwood" my dad says.