A/N: A special thanks goes to BreakTheWalls and Leasha Ambrose for the wonderful reviews. I apologize for the lengthy wait for this update. We are down to the final three chapter chapters. I really had fun writing this crazy story for all of you. I hope you've all enjoyed it. Let me know what you think.

Chapter 11:

No Turning Back

Alayna

Swallowing the lump that had formed in the base of my throat, I turned towards the ocean. Adam was standing ever so cautiously at my side. We have yet to speak about what happened the night before between us, which I was thankful for. If we made it through the events that would transpire, then perhaps fate was smiling upon us and he truly was meant for me.

"Are you ready?" He asked softly, reaching for my fingertips.

"As ready as I can be." I answered, turning my hand to give his a gentle squeeze.

The warm ocean breeze blew through my hair, twisting it around us. It was like the sky was embracing us before we plunged into the unknown. Letting go of his hand, I slowly started to walk down the bank towards the pier where my so-called parent's yacht was resting. The sand sunk under the weight of my steps.

Adam turned his head and quickly pushed me. I fell to the side just as a metal clamp sprung. It looked almost like a bear trap. Kneeling down, I picked up a larger shell that was in the sand and tossed it out in front of me. Another clamp sprung.

"Figures that it wouldn't be easy to get to the damn boat." I grumbled.

"What do you suggest we do?" Adam asked softly.

"I didn't want to have to use this; but it looks like I have no choice."

"Use what?"

I didn't bother to answer his question, because he would find out soon enough. Honestly, I didn't want to have to use this ability, because it's so draining to my strength; but if I wanted to get to the yacht with all of my limbs intact, this was the only way.

Closing my eyes, I outstretched my arms downward. The wind started to pick up slightly and circle around me. The sand shifted around, triggering all of the clamps that lay underneath. Adam lifted an arm over his face to shield himself from debris.

"Alayna…" He said softly.

Lowering my arms, I could see all the triggered clamps spread out across the sand. My legs pushed me forward and I found myself on the wooden pier. Adam quickly caught up to me just as I slid the gate open on the yacht.

I could see all the personal items that belonged to them and it just seemed to bring back memories I would have loved to forget. There was a photo of the three of us near the control port area.

"Alayna." Adam called, coming abroad.

I ignored his call and took the photo into my hands and immediately threw it on the ground, shattering the glass of the frame on the wood of the floor. "Alayna, slow down. You need to focus on why we're here." Adam said, taking a hold of my shoulders, forcing me to look at him.

"You're right, I'm sorry. That picture just set me off." I apologized.

"No need to be sorry, I fully understand why. I'm here for you, remember that."

I reached up to touch the side of his face. His blue eyes seemed to swirl with energy that hummed to life upon my touch. "I know and I'll be forever grateful."

Out of the corner of my eye, I could see scuba gear resting on a nearly empty shelf. Stepping out around him, I went to retrieve the gear that Adam would need to breathe under the water as we searched for the prison my birth parents were sealed inside.

"Awesome, there is still lots of oxygen in the tank." I said, handing Adam the gear.

"This will help so we can cover more ground."

He started to unbutton his shirt and I found myself just gazing upon his body. Heat found its way to my cheeks and it only brought back the memory of last night. A grin curved his lips. "You see something you like?" He asked, raising an eyebrow.

I instantly turned away, hiding my face. A low chuckle escaped his throat. It was getting harder to focus on the task at hand. I was there to save my parents. Shaking my head vigorously, I turned back around to see Adam completely dressed in the scuba gear. It was a little big on him; but it worked for what we needed.

He followed me out onto the deck, while pulling the oxygen tank up onto his shoulders by the straps. I unraveled the rope that held the yacht against the pier, then went back into the control room to start the engine and get it moving further into the ocean. Adam remained on the deck looking at the water below.

The further we got into the sea, the heavier my chest felt. Simply closing my eyes, I mentally searched for anything that would lead me to their location. "Alayna…" A warm voice whispered. That's when I knew that we were in the right place.

"Let's go." I stated as I made my way back onto the deck.

I went to jump into the water; but Adam caught my arm tightly. Our eyes connected, creating friction between us that got my heart pounding. "I want you to know something before all of this goes down."

"Adam, we really don't have time. You can tell me after we rescue my parents."

"I need to say this now...just in case something happens to me."

"Nothing will happen to you. I won't let that happen."

His fingers dug in a little deeper. The usual happiness that was on his face was gone. He was really worried about going into the water. Deep down, I knew that I shouldn't have involved him in my problem. He deserved better than this. "You can't guarantee that and I refuse to let you die saving me when you have so much good to do. This world needs you; but I know that after spending this time with you... I've fallen in love with you."

Hearing those words stunned me; but at the same time, I felt the same way. I wasn't familiar with the emotion, yet, somehow I knew that it was love that I was feeling. In that moment, I leaned up and captured his lips with mine. His arm carefully wrapped around my waist and we fell over the side of the yacht into the water.

My body hummed and I felt the transformation happening. My tail had returned and hair floated out around me as our lips separated. I opened my eyes and saw his smile, that perfect smile I loved seeing.

"Let's find your parents." He said clear as day inside my mind.