Chapter Fifty-Two: Mission Fae-Possible
Kenzi, Hale and Bo walked in to the crack shack as Bo and Kenzi tried to hurry up and find out the perfect outfits.
"Hale, I adore you but I have to hurry up and get ready" Kenzi said with a frown.
"I got you babe, I just wanted to at least see you for a minute.. I feel like you've been busy and spending a lot of time with everyone.." Hale said as he held Kenzi's hand and looked to the ground.
"You mean spending time with Alex.." Kenzi said as she leaned down so that she could look Hale in the eyes, "You're cute Siren but I can hear the BS coming from those lips.. Ever since the whole cupid's arrow fiasco you've been awkward about Alex and I hanging out.."
"Well I mean yeah, obviously. You walk in to take your stunning lady out on a date and she's getting lovin' from the mystery fire fae and everything. I get a little jealous. Which I know I still need to apologize to Alex about nearly making her brain go Ka-Boom with my sweet song.. But I mean I don't get jealous over a girl like this typically but you're special Kenzi.. I have waited so long to be with you and I finally have you.. I just don't want to lose you.. I love you lil' mamma.." Hale said with a grin as he leaned in kissing Kenzi passionately. Kenzi smiled and pulled back as she looked at him.
"I love you too.. I'm sorry I've been distant.. I've just got a lot going on and I'm kinda crazy right now! But you sir have to get out of here so I can focus on getting all glamoured up for this fae shit show!" Kenzi said as she playfully pushed the Siren back.
"I'll see you later pretty girl…" He said with a grin as he walked out the door.
When Kenzi turned around she saw Bo leaning against the wall with an eyebrow raised.
"Don't judge.." Kenzi said with a frown "ughhh Bo what do I do? You're like an expert at having two people who want you.. How the hell do you decide?"
"Uhm hello, Kenz did you not see how well THAT played out for me.. I didn't go with either of them, hurt them both, they hurt me, I got accused of dragging them along.. Dyson and I are FINALLY okay and Lauren might have been brainwashed and tried to kill me. You gotta figure this one out for yourself bestie.. Come on we have to hurry. We need to get to his party before Alex and Tamsin!"
The two hurried up stairs as the clothes began to fly around the room.
"Wow…" Dyson said as he turned around and looked at the two blondes after Stella and Evony had given them a 'classy make-over'. "You two look incredible…" the wolf said as he looked them up and down.
"I agree.. You two look breathtaking.." Trick said with a grin and nod.
"You clean up nicely you two.." Stella said with a smile.
"We don't always look like hell.." Alex said rolling her eyes. Tamsin smacked her. "I mean thank you ma'am" Alex said with a fake smile.
"Alright you two. Don't mess up. Get your asses to the ball and TRY not to fight with anyone or start any fires.. We need that dagger." Evony said with a grin. "I've called for a car to take you two to the ball. Remember, catch his eye, he'll hopefully choose one of you. Be charming, not bitchy. Hold his attention. Play your cards right and be smart. Draw him in and be seductive.."
"So go be sexy bait for this mystery fae boy.. Totally what I wanted to do right after getting engaged.." Tamsin said with an eye roll.
"Oh cool it.. This will be fun.. Free drinks and a night to be hot trouble.. Might as well enjoy it.." Alex said as she and Tamsin grinned at one another. The sisters turned and headed out the door.
"We're taking a large risk with those two.. aren't we.." Stella said as she watched the two leave.
"Probably.. But they're both smart.. And trust me, from a guy's perspective.. They'll DEFINATELY catch his eye.." Dyson said with a grin.
Kenzi and Bo had arrived at the gala and made their way in. They were standing over near the bar as they each ordered a glass of wine. Bo had on a beautiful black skin tight dress that fell loosely above her knees, she was in heels with her hair down and curled. She wore her ring proudly with diamond earrings and then a silver chain with a single diamond. Kenzi stood there in a dark green strapless dress with her hair pulled back in an elegant bun. The human wore black heels, black earrings and a stunning black necklace that hung lower on her. The two looked phenomenal and had many of the men glancing their way but they brushed everyone off.
"Where the hell are they?" Kenzi asked as she looked around, "Have you checked your phone?"
"Yeah.. I haven't heard anything.. Excited to see your little fire lover?" Bo asked as she smiled.
"No.. well yeah.. I'm more excited to see Lil' T in a dress.. Have you ever seen her in a dress?"
"No but TRUST ME.. I'm anxious to see what they'll look like.." Bo said as she flashed her eyes blue.
"Down girl, your wifey isn't even here yet!" Kenzi said with a laugh. "So you think our badass dark blonde's can pull off the classy lady roles?"
"I don't know.. I mean pretty much this guy likes blonde's and 'enjoys a walk on the dark side' and apparently he's quite the charmer.. Do we even see this guy around?" Bo asked as their eyes scanned the room.
"Dude I have no idea who we're even looking for. It's probably some old fat guy who's looking for a honey that's barely legal" Kenzi said as she and Bo started to laugh.
"If it's an old fat guy I'm going to die laughing. Oh my God if he picks Tamsin I may fall over.. I can just see the look on her face now as she tries to not be an ass" Bo said chuckling.
As the car approached the mansion Tamsin and Alex were still laughing about needing to be 'made into ladies' by Stella and Evony.
"So are you okay? I know it probably sucked seeing Hale and Kenzi kissing.." Tamsin asked as she glanced to her sister.
"I mean it sucked but what am I suppose to do ya know? She needs time to get her shit together and I can't push her. I can't be pissed about them kissing and being all over each other when he technically is her boyfriend.. I'm just her little fling" Alex said as she gave a faint smirk.
"I mean yeah I definitely understand seeing the person you like all over someone else. You can laugh about it all you want and try to make yourself feel better but at the end of the day it still hurts like a bitch.." Tamsin said as she poured vodka into two cups and handed one to Alex.
"I'll drink to that" Alex said as she clanked her cup against her sister's.
"So since we're on the topic what are YOU doing about Vex?" Tamsin said as she sipped her vodka.
"I told him the day after Kenzi and I made out in the Dal that we needed to cool things down and take a break because I had shit going on.. He said it was fine with him that he was fine with that and he wasn't gonna go anywhere except to his favorite club for fun so to do my thing and enjoy life before we all burn" Alex said with a laugh, "And we both know but club it means that he's gonna go get tied up and whipped. Kinky bastard."
Tamsin couldn't help but laugh, "So you ended shit with Vex after that first make out session with Kenzi? Damn Alex.. I'm oddly proud of your skank ass"
The car pulled up to the mansion and the two exited the car and made their way inside. Before they entered the room where the gala was being held they stopped.
"We do look pretty hot.." Tamsin said with a grin.
"Damn straight we do.. Ready to go play booty bait for this mystery man?" Alex said with a smile.
"Absolutely.. Let's go throw ourselves at this boy toy" Tamsin said with a wink. The doors opened and the women stepped inside. There was a large staircase leading down to a room full of people.
"Seriously it's getting late if those two don't here here too horn dog is gonna find another blonde to bang.." Kenzi said as she started to panic.
"Kenz.. They're here.." Bo said with her eyes glued to the entrance. Bo felt as though she couldn't breath as she gazed at the two gorgeous blonde's slowly walking down the stairs.
Kenzi saw Bo's eyes locked on the stair case and she quickly turned and as soon as her eyes fell on Alex and Tamsin her heart stopped.
"Woah.." Kenzi said in a soft tone.
"Yeah.." Bo said as she never even blinked.
Bo and Kenzi were speechless as they saw the stunning women descending the staircase slowly.
Everyone in the room seemed to have noticed the two women slowly walking down the stairs.
Alex wore a sleek red gown that had a halter top that went around her neck and clung tightly to her body as it had a slanted cut that went just above the knee and fell smoothly across her other knee where the cut ended. The gown draped low in the front showing off cleavage. Alex wore long dangling silver earrings with a beautiful matching necklace that draped between her breasts. The Ember had her hair completely straightened and it looked flawless. Alex wore sleek black heels and walked down the stair case with ease. Her make up was heavy, but not over done… Just like Bo and Kenzi's.
Tamsin walked slowly beside her sister, her hair had elegant curls and was pulled up delicately on one side. Tamsin's black gown was tight fitted and had a slanted bottom like Alex's but was shorter. The gown draped low in the back exposing her toned shoulders and flawless back. Tamsin's gown game around the neck like a halter but didn't hang as low as Alex's. Tamsin wore long dangling diamond earrings with a matching necklace that over lapped on her dress leading the eye to where the dress stopped just above the cleavage. Her black heels showed off her muscular legs. The Valkyrie's skin glistened under the lights. Her make up was like Alex's heavy yet very classy. Her eye make up made her baby blues pop as everyone looked her way.
The room fell silent as the two made their way to the bottom stair.
"We certainly know how to make an entrance apparently.." Alex whispered
"Hopefully this is a good sign.. Where's the drooling fool we're suppose to impress.." Tamsin whispered back as they confidently stood at the bottom stair. They were suddenly approached by a handsome young man in a black tuck with a white shirt underneath and red tie. The man had thick, wavy medium length hair that was a dirty blonde shade. He was tan and had a perfect smile that seemed to light up the room.
"You two are flawless creatures.." The man said as he brought each of their hands up and kissed them.
"Thank you.. May I ask who's complimenting us?" Tamsin said with a smile.
"Why of course, how rude of me.. I was distracted by your beauty I forgot about making a proper introduction.. I'm Duke Terry.. Welcome to my party ladies" The man said as he bowed.
"It's a pleasure Mr. Terry.." Alex said with a sweet smile as she looked into his green eyes.
"Please.. Call me Duke.. And who might you astonishing women be?" Duke said with a grin.
"I'm Tamsin.. This is my sister Alex.." The Valkyrie said maintaining her sweet smile.
"Sisters? Well let me be the first to say it's an honor having you two here.." Duke said as he eyed the women. He seemed to be looking back and forth between the two. "Would it be too much to ask if either of you are single?"
"Not at all.. I'm happily taken.. But my sister.." Tamsin said as she glanced over to Alex who was giving her a bitchy fake smile.
"I'm happily single.. So If you're willing to settle for a night with me I'd love a drink.." Alex said with a grin.
"I would have been the luckiest man at the party for a night with either of you.." The man said as he smiled, "Alex, would you care to dance?" Duke asked as he held out his hand.
Alex smiled and gently placed her hand in the handsome man's. "After you.." She said in a soft seductive tone. As he turned to guide her, Alex turned around and glared at Tamsin as she shook her head and let a grin form. Tamsin smirked and raised her eyebrows as she mouthed the words 'have fun'.
Tamsin quickly saw Bo and Kenzi standing by the bar with their eyes locked on her and jaws dropped. The Valkyrie swiftly made her way to the two women.
"Tamsin.. you look.. unbelievable.." Bo breathed out as her eyes quickly flashed blue.
"Tammers.. I know I'm new to the girl world but you look super sexified.." Kenzi said as she looked the Valkyrie up and down.
"Thanks.. You two look rather ravishing yourselves.." The Valkyrie responded with a smile as she leaned over and kissed Bo's cheek. "You sure know how to make a girl feel wanted babe.. Your blue eyes stand out in that dress.." Tamsin whispered as she kissed the back of Bo's cheek. The Succubus shivered and had to close her eyes tightly and fight them to get back to brown. Bo wanted the Valkyrie badly and she had to fight her inner sex demon to stay focused on the dagger.
"S-sorry.. you just.. wow.." Bo said looking up and down at the blonde. "I've never seen you in a dress before.. Just.. Wow.."
"Don't get so caught up on me Bo.. Looking at you.. You're flawless. I can't believe you're mine.. I see that ring on your finger.. You in that dress.. God I'm so lucky.." Tamsin said eyeing her girlfriend. "And momz.. You look stunning as well" The Valkyrie said grinning and nodding towards Kenzi.
"You look beautiful Lil' T.. And Alex.. WOW! I literally have never seen her so.. She looks.. She's just.. God she's incredible.." Kenzi said as her eyes searched the room and landed on the blonde Ember who was dancing, laughing and smiling with the handsome man. "Andddd who the hell is the hottie she's dancing with?"
Tamsin started to laugh as Bo followed Kenzi's gaze.
"That's Duke Terry.. The host we were suppose to be bait for. He met us at the bottom of the stairs, hit on us, eyed us both up and down, asked who was single, told him I was off the market but that my darling little sister would love to entertain him so he asked her to dance and took our sexy little bait.." Tamsin said as she scrunched her nose.
"Uhm hello Alex is so not single! She's.. I mean.. Dating Vex or whatever.." Kenzi huffed as she watched the Ember dancing with the man.
"Actually she dumped Vex the night after you two played kissey face in the Dal and cuddled on Trick's couch.." Tamsin said as she raised her eyebrows.
"W-WHAT! Why didn't she tell me?" Kenzi said keeping her eyes on the blonde.
"Oh come on Kenz.. She didn't want to pressure you with Hale. Technically she's single and I mean let's be real.. You kinda kissed your boyfriend in front of her and he took us home.. And then said he loved you and got all mushy. Alex is the best one to distract him.." Bo said as she looked over at the stunning blonde in the red dress.
"Sorry momz.. I'm getting hitched.. I didn't wanna have some random guy drooling over me. I wanted to be where the action's at.. Plus hello all of this is so not gonna dote on a hot guy and act all lady like. Alex plays the flirt better.. And she needs some fun tonight. The guy promised her drinks. We'll go, get the dagger, then rescue the distracting damsel in distress. Got it?" Tamsin said as she smacked Bo and Kenzi to get their attention. "Stop drooling over my sister.. It's creepy"
Kenzi shook her head but glanced over one more time. Alex was slow dancing with the man and made eye contact with the human. Bo and Tamsin looked over and saw Alex staring at them over Duke's shoulder. Alex smiled, nodded, then winked at Kenzi. Kenzi smiled and slowly nodded back.
"Alright.. Let's hurry up and get that damn dagger so we can get Alex before hottie McRich steals her and gets into her hot pants" Kenzi said as she, Tamsin and Bo turned and headed to the back of the room to find their way downstairs.
"So Alex.. Did you come here for the free drinks, the music, or for me?" Duke said as he continued to dance with the blonde.
"Hmm well the free drinks and music is what got me interested, but I plan on staying for you.." The blonde replied with a smirk.
"Ah, cleaver answer. Impressive. Most girls say they come for me.." Duke said as he arched an eyebrow.
"That might be true, but I'm not most girls.. Trust me on that.." Alex said as she smirked.
"You certainly are unlike the other women I've entertained.." Duke said as he tilted his head.
"Good.. Why blend in when I would much rather stand out.." Alex grinned.
"You're trouble.. Tell you what.. Let's cut the proper ritzy scene.. If you're not like other girls why spend the night putting on the cheesy gentleman romantic show when you're much more than that.. I like you.." Duke said as he stopped their dance and gave an enormous smile.. "Shall we go get some drinks?"
"Now you're speaking my language.." Alex said as she laughed.
"Alright so where exactly are we going?" Kenzi whispered as the three headed out the door and down a long hall.
"I have no clue.." Tamsin said as she looked around.
"Trick said the dagger would be in the basement in a safe or something so we need to find a way to go down to the lower levels.." Bo whispered as they continued down the hall. "Why can't there be a map or something.."
"It's a massive mansion.. Not a mall Bo" Kenzi said as she rolled her eyes.
The three walked slowly down the hall and they found a door that had a staircase going down. They slowly crept down the stairs.
"And this is why I hate heels.. We're too damn loud.." Tamsin said as Kenzi and Bo chuckled.
They got to the bottom of the stairs and opened the door three men in security guard uniforms stopped and turned to see the three women.
"Say.. Do you guys know where the mall is?" Tamsin said as Bo started to laugh thinking back to Taft's compound. Before the men could react Tamsin threw a punch towards the guard closest to her.. Bo grabbed one of the men and brought his head down and kneed him in the face. Kenzi kicked the final guard in the balls and when he fell to his knees she punched him in the face.
"Damn I'm getting good! And I look pretty sexy doing it" Kenzi said as she motioned her hands to brush her shoulder off and grinned.
"Had to use the mall one huh?" Bo said as she looked at Tamsin with a grin.
"I mean it worked SO WELL for us last time.. I figured I'd make it my go to" Tamsin said with a wink. The women turned and continued down the hall. The walls were blank and there was an eerie bright florescent light that illuminated the hallway. The hall seemed never ending.
"Wait.." Tamsin said as she held her arm out stopping Bo and Kenzi, "Someone's coming.."
Bo immediately saw the door across the hall and yanked the other two women inside the room.
"Nice save Bo Bo.." Kenzi said as they heard what sounded like an army outside the door.
"And the badass points go to my Succu-finace for her choice in room.." Tamsin said as she turned around and saw that they were now standing in a room of collectables. Kenzi and Bo heard Tamsin and immediately whipped their head around.
"Dude.. so much for keeping shit in a safe.. What's this dagger look like?! Mission made easy.. Thank you Mr. Man Whore!" Kenzi said as the three split up and started to frantically search through the treasures in the room.
Meanwhile, upstairs Duke was pulling out every card in the book in an attempt to win Alex over. The two had actually had a decent time. Duke was charming, sweet, funny.. He wasn't as snobby as she originally thought, he was definitely easy on the eyes. Alex was actually talking, laughing and enjoying the drinks as she and Duke sat at the bar.
"So what do you say we go for a little walk outside in the courtyard. It's a little bit more private.." Duke said with a smile.
"Fine, but you're keeping it in your pants prince charming.." Alex said with a sly grin.
"Hey! I promise.. I won't whip it out and romance you into the best night of sexual pleasure you could ever experience unless you ask me too!" Duke said as he threw his hands up and started to chuckle.
Alex could help but laugh, "Alright Romeo.. Come on.."
"I think I found it!" Bo yelled as Kenzi and Tamsin raced over to the Russians side, "I mean look at it.. this has to be it right?"
Tamsin looked down and saw a decent size blade with a gold handle and ancient markings in the handle with a ruby embedded in the end of it. The silver blade shined in the light.
"Shit it's locked.. We could break the glass but I'm sure this rich ass hat has some kind of alarm system.." Tamsin said as she studied the box.
"And this is where the Kenz comes in for the save.. Scoot back bitches and watch this human magic" Kenzi said as she pulled a pin out of her hair and grabbed the lock and began to work the lock. After several minutes they heard a crack and the lock popped open.
"Kenz you're amazing!" Bo said as she starred at the open box. The Succubus reached in and grabbed the blade.
"Alright let's get the hell out of here and grab Alex…" Tamsin said as they three rushed towards the door. As soon as they opened it there stood five men with their arms crossed looking at them "Damn.. I knew a dress was a bad idea.."
Tamsin glanced at Bo who flashed her eyes red. Kenzi grinned and nodded and the three women lunged forward attacking the guards.
"So I may have told a little fib.." Duke said as he walked with Alex on his arm through the garden. They stopped by the fountain and Alex let go and spun her body around so she was facing the man.
"Hmm.. the good looking boys always lie.. Explain.." Alex said as she crossed her arms.
"I knew who you and Tamsin were the moment you walked in. You're quite the talk of the fae world Alex.." Duke said as he smiled.
Alex took a defensive stance, "What the hell do you mean.."
"I mean.. How could a gorgeous girl like you walk in to a party like this with a jaw dropping red dress and a body like that with a sister who's equally as stunning and me not recognize the infamous Ember and Valkyrie that everyone is saying will save the world" Duke said with a grin.
Alex flashed her eyes red and outstretched her arms ready to fight. "So you know what I am, you know what my sister is.. Now what the hell are you?"
"Woah.. slow down on the fire sweetie.. Besides.. That won't work on someone of your own kind.." Duke said as he flashed his eyes red.
Alex sat there in shock, "You.. You're an Ember.."
"I figured that one would throw you off.. Yes, I'm a light Ember.." Duke said with a grin.
"Friend or foe?" Alex asked keeping her defensive fighting stance.
"That's still up in the air.." Duke said as he took a step back and bought his hands out to match Alex's fighting stance.
Bo grabbed one of the guards and immediately pulled chi from him until he fell unconscious. Tamsin darkened her eyes taking three of the guards instantly to their knees. Kenzi did as she was taught that day, ducked a punch and slung her right fist hitting the man in the cheek and knocking him into the wall where he hit his head and fell to the ground.
"Damn we're getting better.." Kenzi said with a grin.
"How did they know to stand out here and wait for us.. This all seems too easy.." Bo said as she looked to Tamsin and Kenzi.
"I agree.. It's like he knew we were coming.. Duke knew we would steal the dagger which means.." Tamsin said as she widened her eyes.
"ALEX!" Kenzi screamed as the three of them sprinted up the stairs. They busted back into the party and searched around but Alex was no where in sight.
Tamsin rushed to the bar. "You!" she screamed pointing to the bartender "where's the hot blonde and Duke?"
The bar tender grinned and nodded to the door, "She must be a special one.. Usually he takes them upstairs after drinks.. They went outside to the garden talking about 'intense sexual experiences like never before' or something"
"Shit.." Bo said as she grabbed Tamsin and Kenzi and they rushed to the door.
"What the hell do you want.." Alex said as she flicked her wrist letting red flames form in her hands.
"I just want to talk to you.. I mean do you really want to fight me.. I don't think you know who I am.." Duke said as he flipped his hands open letting red fire form to match Alex's.
"Well then who the hell are you?" Alex hissed as she turned her fire blue.
"Mmmm that's new. I'm jealous.." Duke said as he grinned at the blue flames in Alex's hands.
"Start talking or I'll happily kill you.." Alex said eyeing the man.
"You may not want to kill the King of the Fire Court.. Pretty girl like you who has that much power should consider joining our team.. You in a red dress standing there like that.. I must say it's pretty attractive.." Duke said eyeing the blonde.
"I'm on enough teams right now in case you haven't noticed.." Alex said starring into the man's eyes.
"I know what you're doing.. I know it's you along with your sister and her Succubus warrior as well as the little human you're sleeping with.." Duke said with a grin.
The mention of the human caused Alex's anger to flare and her body became fully engulfed in blue flames. Duke quickly laughed and created red flames that covered his body.
"Sorry.. the human comment was a little much.. Alex.. We're the same fae.. We're Embers. Dark or light we're a rare species. You're abilities are mind blowing. You have a place on the Fire Court if you wish. There are things that you can do with your abilities none of us can. Though small, we are loyal to our race. If you tell me that you're the fire fae predicted to stop the Wanderer's reign we'll stand beside you.. But if you're planning to join his evil forces we will kill you. But before we strike I want to hear from you what side you're on.. If you're here to stop the end of the world you'll have my support as well as the rest of the council.." Duke said as he stood there eagerly awaiting Alex's answer.
The blue flamed woman slowly walked towards Duke.
"ALEX!" Tamsin yelled as the three women rushed to the stairs.
"Woah.. Is Duke.." Kenzi said as she stopped and looked at the two pyre's. One who's body was engulfed in blue and the other red.
"He's an Ember.." Bo said as she starred at the two.
"I'm here to stop the Wanderer.. I'm here to stand beside THEM.. I'm not going to join that sick bastard.. So either put your cute little red fire out or I'll view it as a threat.." Alex said as she stood feet from the man.
Duke nodded and stuck his hand out. Alex looked at it for a minute then stuck her blue filled hand out and shook the man's red fire consumed palm. The flames stopped on both figures and their bodies went back to normal.
"Friend.." Duke said with a grin as Alex smiled back.
The other three women came running down.
"Alex what the hell.." Tamsin said as she looked between the two.
"Do we need to kill this skeez-ball?" Kenzi said eyeing the man.
"Alex are you okay?" Bo said looking at the blonde.
"I'm fine.. he's here to help.." Alex said nodding to the women.
"I see you found the dagger I purchased for you" Duke said as he nodded to Bo, "We might want to all have a little chat.."
