Supernatural Inmate (Supernatural Captivity #1) - Avery Song Page 0,86

spot." His low voice sounded conflicted.

"That complicated?"

"We're trying to find a way to get you out. An escape route or something. Seeing as there were errors in their supernatural barrier system, there has to be a way out with no guards around and where you won't get eaten. We're just surveying the exterior of this place. We're definitely on an island, but the forest itself has magic of its own and can make illusions."

"Delightful," I commented, and closed my eyes. Wrapping my arms around his waist, I pulled him into a hug. "Is there even a point?"

"Cassandra."

"I miss our quality time," I mumbled against his uniform. "I miss our silly arguments and the bickering we'd get ourselves into while shopping or sitting around the dinner table with the others. I miss Everett so bad, even though it's only been two and a half months. I miss the sun and the feeling of real soil and grass. I'm being good 'cause I don't have a choice. I caused so many commotions and my fate is going to be determined in two weeks or less. It's stressful sitting here in silence and staring at the ceiling, wondering where my fate will take me. I want to live again, Otis. I regret not appreciating being in all of your care and learning more. If I'd taken things seriously, maybe I wouldn't be in this situation."

"Princess," he whispered into my ear as he wrapped his arms around me, hugging me tightly. "You've done the best you can. You've stayed alive when many wished to rid the world of your light. You've used what we taught you in the past to survive here, and I'm sure we'll find some way to get you out. I know it's scary, but you've been strong for this long. We have time."

His lips brushed my neck before he kissed the sensitive part where his fangs had punctured weeks ago.

"When you're loving like this...it's nice," I mumbled.

"Don't get used to it," he whispered against my skin. "When we get you out of this place, I'm working your booty to the core."

"In bed?" I teased.

"I'm not my brother," he groaned. I giggled and pulled slightly back to look up at him.

"I know, cranky pants."

"You know I care, right?" His eyes searched mine.

"I know that too, Otis," I assured him softly, leaning up to kiss him gently. "I wish we hadn't wasted time not loving each other."

"Yeah," he whispered. "But no point in worrying about the past."

He pulled away and reached out to stroke my cheek.

"A bit more ceiling watching and you'll get to enjoy the sun again."

I nodded as he moved his hand away, and I watched him leave my cell, sliding the gate back in place. I tried to hide my sadness, but it was hard when I didn't know what was going to happen.

What if they go out and have trouble getting back in?

"We'll be fine, Cass." His reassuring whisper helped calm my heart. "Just rest, eat, and play nice."

With that reminder, he walked away.

A sigh left me, and I walked back to my cot to sit. Looking at the ceiling, I rolled my eyes at the bland view, already counting the 576 cracks and 41 dents.

Glancing over to my pillow, I reached beneath it and retrieved the book of blank paper. It was one of the few possessions we were allowed to keep with us, seeing as supernaturals couldn't die from a pencil stab.

Not even to the eye. Apparently, they can grow them back. Not surprising in a world of magic, but good to know.

Opening the pages, I skimmed through them, the same symbol I'd sketched thousands of times covering the pages, until I reached the last blank sheet of paper.

"I should have asked for a new book," I mumbled to myself, reaching for the pencil and preparing to try to draw something else.

My hand settled in the middle of the paper, moving on its own as I thought about everything that had happened so far.

Pissed off the head of the lab department, but saved by Doc. I wonder why he's not the head...actually, I know why. He's crazy. Moving on. Got into the fight with Ms. Gorilla, made a bunch of enemies, but have two friends. Bunny at least leaves me alone, seeing as Omarion hasn't been seen for weeks, and then there's the mine incident that I have no memory of. Tristan did say I looked badass. That's a plus. Nasty food, but avoided food poisoning