Chapter 4
AN: I have gotten some reviews on the fact that I jump a lot. That is because this happens over a longer time, not just in a few days.
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Emma turned to Adam.
"She seems to be a little different don't you think?"
"Yes, but only with certain things, like when she is around you."
"Maybe it's because I was there when that guy did whatever he did to her?"
"Yeah, maybe." Anyway, I want you to keep an eye on her when you two leave is that clear?"
"Yes Adam, I will." She turned to leave.
"Oh Emma, I need you to go find Jesse and give him a description of the guy."
"Sure."
"And tell Jesse to find as much as possible about this guy ASAP, okay?"
"Okay."
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"Hey, Adam. I've downloaded everything I can find on our mystery guy, he's name is Michael Decking. I couldn't find anything about his mutant power though."
"Okay, did you find any address?"
"Just an old one. He suddenly seemed to disappear a few years ago."
"Right. Take with you Brennan and go to his old address, see if you can find something that could tell us where he is now. I need him so I can find out what happened to Shalimar."
"I'm on it. Where is Shalimar anyway?"
"She is out with Emma."
"Are they out partying while we have to work?"
"No, Shalimar wanted to show something to Emma. She wouldn't tell anyone what it was."
"We could just track they're com links?"
"No, I want you to get going because we need to find this guy pronto, you understand me?"
"Yes Adam."
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"So…Where are you taking me Shal?"
"I figured we could use some time alone, you know, girltime, without the boys constantly around."
"So you dragged me out of Sanctuary because you wanted to party?"
"No, I dragged you out here so we could relax and have a private dinner."
"Okay," Emma smiled but couldn't help thinking that something just wasn't right. Shalimar had acted strange around her, but she hadn't really thought about it until Adam mentioned it. She would probably find out tonight though.
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Shal and Emma had had a great time being without the guys. They had talked about anything and everything, and Emma had totally forgotten about her concerns for the older woman. In fact, Shal had seemed happier than she had in a long time.
They were back at Sanctuary and inside Emma's room. They were both standing, Shal right next to her, and Emma felt a little awkward.
"So, did you have a good time?" Shal asked nervous.
"Yeah, it was great."
"Good." Shal's hand moved reassuringly up and down her arm.
"I'll let you go to bed then." She leant over and placed a kiss on Emma's cheek. When she left Emma barely noticed that Shal was slightly blushing.
"That's it," Emma thought. "Something weird is definitely going on. I have to talk to Adam."
She moved over to the door and opened it quickly. She collided with Shalimar who stood right outside her door, looking like she was just about to knock.
"Shalimar, I'm sorry. Are you okay?"
"Yeah, I'm fine." She answered fast.
"Can I help you with something?"
"Yes, you can." The kiss was quick. It all happened so fast that Emma wasn't really sure if it had happened at all. They stood there for a while. Emma looked at Shalimar with a mixture of confusion and shock, not able to speak. Apparently that was not the reaction Shalimar had wanted because she spun around quickly and hurried off.
Finally Emma managed to pull herself together and started walking towards the lab. This only strengthened her theory about something not being right.
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"Adam?"
"Hi Emma, how are you feeling?"
"Confused. Can I talk to you for a minute?"
"Sure, what is it?"
"Something is wrong with Shalimar."
"What do you mean?"
"I mean that this guy-"
"His name is Michael."
"This Michael did something to Shalimar. I think he has her under control or in an illusion, I'm not sure. Maybe he gave her a toxin or something."
"What makes you think that?"
"Because she's been acting strange around me. As if she's…you know…" Emma was starting to blush.
"Like if she's what? Overprotective?"
"No, as if she is, uh, in love with me."
"So what are you saying; that this Michael put some sort of love spell on her?"
"Yes, I mean that would explain the way she's been acting."
"And how exactly has she been acting?"
"You know, like a person who is in love." Emma had to look away from Adam.
"I'm glad you told me. Brennan and Jesse have been trying to find this guy all night. If we find him I'm sure we'll know everything we need to know."
"Don't tell the guys okay?"
"Of course not. I suggest you try to get some sleep."
"Okay. Goodnight Adam."
"Goodnight Emma."
"Oh, and thanks for not thinking that what I told you was stupid."
"Did you think I would believe that?"
"I don't know. I'll see you tomorrow."
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End of chapter 4.