Okay, I swear my writing and grammar has gotten worse over the years rather than better. Anyone have any recommendations of a free online writing course?

Chapter 7: Forget It

Cole was surprisingly calm after Jane vanished into thin air. He could barely sense her, but it was enough to know that she was unhurt and close by. He carefully searched the area trying to find something, anything. The 'other' song he was hearing was still there, but not as strong as if it was no longer trying to get someone's attention. He eventually decided that he needed help and ran down the hill to get Anders.

After explaining what happened, the mage followed Cole back up the hill and started to use magic to see if he could find anything that Cole may have overlooked. Just as the sun was beginning to set and they were about to give up for the day, a loud hissing noise filled the air. More the shattered concret and metal boxes faded into existence. Shepard herself also appeared with the Omni-Tool now shaped into a large blade that was cutting through one of the larger metal boxes.

"Jane, "said Cole hesitantly as he could feel her forcibly blocking him out as if slamming a door into his face.

"Someone needs to be here at all times, "said Commander Shepard coldly, "No one but Inquisition is to come anywhere near this place. Anders, come morning I need you to head out to the nearest outpost and send a message back to Skyhold. I need a group here ASAP to clear everything out and once that is done, burn the ground. I want every possible trace removed or completely destroyed."

Anders nodded and then glanced at Cole briefly before saying, "I'll go get some camping gear and something for us to eat. I'll inform Kari, that…I'll ask if she's interested in going to the outpost with me. I'll make something up."

"Thank you, "said Shepard as she turned to stare at the now ripped opened box. Anders patted Cole on the shoulder as if wishing him luck as the mage walked away. As the mage made his way down the hill, Cole walked over to her and silently placed his hands on her shoulders. At that moment the dam broke and all that Jane was feeling rushed over him. Frustration, sadness, a new burden. Jane turned and nearly tackled Cole. He drew his arms around her and just held her. She who had been so strong for so many now needed his strength. He was more than willing to help shoulder her burdens, no matter what they may be.

(A week later)

Shepard watched from horseback as the Inquisition engineers in the distance climbed over everything. She wasn't too worried; the electronics was way beyond what they could even begin to figure out, but the building materials was something they could work on. She didn't want to leave, but she was now under orders to return back to Skyhold. The Inquisitor felt that Corypheus was well pass due to make an appearance, plus the Grey Warden issue was escalating. Hopefully, Maxwell had a proper leash put on Vivienne by now. Otherwise Shepard was going to resolve the Vivienne issue in a very messy and politically incorrect way. Cole gave Shepard a look when that thought crossed her mind. She shrugged and held out her hands in a 'What?' motion.

"Okay you two, "said Anders driving a cart holding the chest holding Shepard's old stuff and all the camping gear. His horse, was tied to the rear of the cart to follow along, "No more silent talk when I'm around. It's starting to get creepy."

"Hey! Wait up!"Kari yelled as she ran over. She stopped and took hold of the wagon's side as she knelt over panting.

"No, "said Cole firmly not even giving the girl time to recover so she could speak.

Kari looked at Cole with an angry look and was finally able to say, "You don't even know what I'm going to say and you're not the one in charge!"

"You can't come with us, "said Shepard.

"Why not? I'm good at…"

"Now is not a good time, "said Shepard, "If you wish to join the Inquisition, you are welcome to sign up like anyone else, but you just can't come with us. "

"But…"

Jane sighed and looked at Cole. Cole thought for a moment and then nodded. He dismounted and walked over to the girl. He looked directly into her eyes and said, "Forget."

(A few hours later)

Kari woke up in her room with a start. It was mid afternoon, why the hell was she still in bed. Why did…Kari frowned as if trying to remember something and then gave up. "Guess I should get that stew started, "she muttered to herself, "Those Inquisition guys are going to be hungry when they get back."

(At the same time a ways down the road)

Cole was sleeping in the cart as they traveled slowly down the road. Shepard looked over to him worriedly. She knew that since he became more human it was difficult to make people forget but this...

"He'll be alright, "said Anders, "It's actually not as bad as it is when you overdo using your powers. He just needs rest."

"Was it worth it, "asked Shepard.

"She is safer now, "said Anders, "She'll no longer be driven to try to follow your footsteps, Harbinger will not be able to get information about you from her and the Inquisition will be keeping an eye on her since she'll be in charge of keeping that new outpost in shape. If Cole was up to it, I would say do the same thing to Jack and anyone else around here that might remember you use to live at that homestead. "

Just then a bright green flashed appeared going across the sky. "What the…"said Anders as he stopped the cart. Cole groaned something about the sound from the Breach as he tried to wake up.

"Just perfect, "said Shepard.

To be continued…