CHAPTER 2
That first day with Caine's lot was now a week ago. Aspen had been staying at the old school ever since while Caine plotted in the head teacher's office. Drake had been assigned to look after her and he was loving it, tormenting her at every opportunity he had.
She was staying in one of the girls' dormitories and, judging by the names scrawled on the door, it used to be occupied by Alexis, Brooke and Mia, although looking around the room, there were hardly any clues as to what the girls were like. The room looked more like a prison, with grey walls, grey beds and bedding and grey curtains on the only window, which was much to high up to see out of, and far too small to climb out of. That was probably deliberate.
Aspen heard a knock on the door and went to answer it, knowing already who it was going to be. She had changed into some of Alexis' clothes, who seemed to be the same size as her, and was now wearing denim shorts showing off her tanned legs, and a navy Hollister polo. On her feet she wore denim canvas trainers. She opened the door and, sure enough, there stood Drake, wearing ripped jeans and a short sleeved black shirt with half the buttons undone. She found herself staring at his muscular chest and quickly looked away, but he'd already noticed. He smirked and wrapped his tentacle round her, pulling her into him as if they were a couple. Aspen knew better and awaited the deathly squeeze. There it was, like a cobra killing its prey. But, as always, Drake stopped just in time, leaving Aspen feeling faint and seeing stars. He laughed his cruel laugh and pushed her forwards; bringing his whip down on her rear. She squealed in pain and rubbed the spot he had striked and he laughed again. They walked into Caine's office.
"Ah Aspen, Drake. Perfect timing." He was sitting in the leather chair, Diana standing by his side, looking bored. "Phase 1 of our plan has already been carried out: Astrid is, at this minute, in the library, having a nice little chat with some of Drake's soldiers." Drake chuckled softly and Aspen looked confused.
"Who's Astrid?" She asked and Caine's smile widened.
"You'll find out soon enough." He grinned and winked at Diana. "Now, this is where you come in. In a short while you will go with Drake to keep guard. You will not let on to her your powers, but will observe her behaviour. You're gonna have to be really convincing for this to work. Then…"
Aspen gulped as Caine explained every little detail of her 'job'. What had she gotten herself in to?