Book Four: Chapter 121

“Hmm.” Mike looked at Jenny, who was once again scribbling circles on the paper. Life in the house was becoming quite the juggling act when it came to everybody’s needs. How had Emily found the time to travel the world in search of other creatures to come live with her? “Tell you what, I’ll take Quetzalli tomorrow. That should give you plenty of time to yourself. But I’m going to need something from you in the next couple of days.”

“Oh?” Her interest piqued, she leaned forward against the desk. “Like what?”

He explained the discovery of the gate and how Ratu was working on making a key to let him in. “So, in short, it looks like I’m headed off to the Underworld in the next few days.”

“Do you need help with your research?” Beth asked.

“No, I have Sofia helping me. I actually need something from my lawyer.”

“As long as it doesn’t involve another discussion with the faerie queen, I’m all ears.”

“Actually, it’s something way easier than that. I’ve bee