Chapter 66

I woke up the next morning and stumbled out of bed. It was the day of the mission and I could already hear everyone moving about and getting ready. The kitchen was packed and I elbowed Eli out of my way so I could reach the kettle to make some coffee.

Eli caught my arm. "Just because I'm the only one who you can touch without being frightened, doesn't give you the excuse to elbow me, princess," he said into my arm and I gasped when he elbowed me back. "It's not so nice, is it?"

I stuck my middle finger up at him and glared, but turned to the kettle and made myself some coffee.

"We're leaving at 10am!" Blake's voice yelled. "Everyone better be ready."

I groaned and took a sip of much needed coffee. I was not looking forward to this mission.

"Daisy, I'm making pancakes, do you want some?" Joey asked.

"Not hungry," I said.

"But I'll have some," Mason said and clapped Joey on the back. "Cheers mate." Mason turned to me and smirked. "Awh, is poor