563 Docile* (1/2)

The ancient house no longer looked desolate like before. It was renovated and it now looked like a beautiful and elegant ancient mini-hotel.

”You think we'll be able to meet them tonight?” Abi asked Alex. They were sitting leisurely at an outside table as the calm and relaxing afternoon breeze blew gently on them.

”I'm certain Zeke already knew about our arrival. He's just probably uninterested. That guy only appears if there's trouble interesting enough to catch his attention.” Alex said as he glanced heavenward.

Abi creased her brows. ”Are you saying he is trying to avoid us?”

”He's not trying to avoid us. He's just probably too lazy or too unmotivated to come to us. That guy tends to disappear when everything's peaceful.”

”But there's a problem, a serious one, Alex. This isn't just about Kelly. This is about his younger brother too. And… you said there might be something wrong about Kai. Did he not care if Kai will…” Abi bit her lower lip, realizing that she was starting to feel upset.

Alex held her hand and pulled her towards him, making her sit on her lap. He wrapped his arms around Abi's waist as he sniffed Abi's scent, his favorite perfume. ”Calm down, my love.” He whispered lovingly before his voice became serious. ”Zeke is… well, Zeke. He doesn't like dealing with things that involve emotions. But don't worry, I know where he is.” He smirked mischievously. ”I'll hunt him once the night comes.”

”Would he help?”

”I will make sure of it.” He assured.

Abi stared at him. ”You're leaving me here?”

”Hunting Zeke is not easy, Abi. And…” his gaze traveled downwards and settled to Abi's tummy. He gently rubbed her flat belly and smiled at her. ”I'd prefer if you stay here, my love. And besides, you said you want to talk to Kai, right?”

”Yes, I wanted to talk to him. You won't mind me going to look for him alone?”

”No. But not alone, my love.”

Abi raised a brow. ”I'm an immortal now, Alex. Just like you.”

”Yes. But immortal or not, I never want you getting hurt. I'd be at ease if someone can accompany you.”

”Someone...”

”I can ask for Raven to come –”

”No, Alex. Not Raven. How about you bring me to the Black Forest? I can find Kai easily with the help of Alicia, and she could also accompany me to look for him afterward.” Abi negotiated.

Alex considered her suggestion for a moment, and after a short while, he finally agreed, causing Abi to beam in delight. She had missed her friend and Zeres too. She wanted to see how Zeres was doing.