Sorry this chapter is so late, I've been busy but I promise to try find more time.
The Recruitment of Ash Redfern
Chapter 6
Mary-Lynette's POV
Today Ash was finally coming home, I am ecstatic. It has been just over a year since I'd seen him and when I got a letter saying 'I'll be home in two days' I nearly fell out of my standing. Today I had carefully done my hair, there were no stray pieces, it was in a tidy bun on the top of my head. I was jeans and a blouse, I was over all quite happy with my appearance. I grabbed my bag and rushed over to the Redfern's. Jade answered the door with a huge grin.
''Hey Mare''
''Hey Jade'' I said as I peered around the house to see if he was here yet.
''He's not here yet but he texted me saying he's on the way'' I sat down in the kitchen and accepted a cup of tea. I drummed my fingers on the table impatiently. Jade looked at me with an amused expression. When there was a knock on the door I jumped out of my seat and ran to get it. I flung the door open and to my utter delight it was Ash.
''Ash'' I did the most unflattering thing and squealed
''Mare'' he replied as I ran and jumped into his arms.
''I missed you''
''I missed you too Mare'' Kestrel, Jade, Mark and Rowan came out and smiled at us, well except Mark he seemed to twitch slightly.
''Welcome home Ash'' Rowan greeted Ash. I stepped out of Ash's arms so he could greet his sisters. Even Kestrel didn't have her usual demeanour of coldness. Jade ran and full on bear hugged Ash who grunted with the force of impact.
''Jade'' Ash gasped, ''can't breathe''
''Sorry'' Jade laughed.
''C'mon in, dinner will be ready soon'' Rowan said as she walked inside. Ash took a shaky breath and I took his hand as I followed suit. I sat down at the kitchen looking into my now cold tea. Ash was here finally yet I felt like everything hadn't come together yet. Jade was chattering on aimlessly but as I looked over at Ash I could tell something wasn't right. Jade was telling the story of when she got trapped in the goat enclosure so unless he had a problem with that then I don't know what was wrong. Feeling sick I pick up my cup of tea and walk over to the sink then chuck the contents down the sink. I brace my hands against the counter and look at myself in the reflection in the window. I still look presentable so I turn and smile to the Redferns.
''Anyone want a cup of tea or coffee?''
''I'll have a cup of coffee, black'' Kestrel answers. Ash looks at me quizzically but I just smile back, it might look a bit forced but it was better than a frown. As I boil the kettle I seem to stare at Ash, when it finishes I have to tear my eyes from him. I hand Kestrel her coffee and take my own to the table. I wrap my hands around the mug and take a sip. Ash glances at me but then looks back at Jade who is still yammering on. I listen to everybody tell their stories but I sit in silence. When Rowan states she's finishing the dinner Ash motions for me to follow him out into the garden.
''You seem tense'' Ash says looking directly at me.
''I'm the one who's tense?''
''Yeah''
''Is that why you brought me out here? To see if I was tense?''
''No, I eh I have something I want to tell you'' I motion with my hand for him to continue. ''I joined this group called Daybreak. I must tell you I was reluctant at first but now I'm a damn Daybreaker, I'm a damn Daybreaker.'' Ash laughs bitterly but I'm missing the punch line.
''What does this 'group' forbid soulmates?''
''Oh no, they are all for worldwide love'' Ash runs his hand through his hair which now looks dishevelled.
''So what is the problem'' I demand.
''I promised myself I would not involve you in this world''
''Okay, so your dumping me''
''No, I well yeah but not like that. Dammit I had a speech and everything''
''Just say what you have to say Ash''
''Mare this isn't the life you want. You've said so yourself. Maybe if it was a different time but it's not, there is a war coming and you aren't part of it. I've come here to tell you I wish this wasn't the way things were but they are''
''Ash you stupid, thick pain in the ass. Why do you think I was so happy to see you today? It was because I wanted to be with you and if that means joining this group then I will''
''You will?''
''Yes, now before you ruin the rest of my evening get your ass inside'' As we walk back inside I hear Ash mutter so much for the plan. When I sit down to drink the rest of my coffee I discover it's cold. Ash looks at when he hears me sigh.
''What's the matter?''
''My coffee is gone cold'' Before Ash has a chance to reply Rowan calls us for dinner.
1 week later
I stare up at the huge mansion. Ash holds my hand as we walk up the huge driveway. Ash knocks on the door which is answered by a young looking made with big blue eyes and a long blond pony tail. She leads to a pair of double doors and when we enter a man stands up to greet us.
''You must be Mary-Lynette. I'm Thierry and welcome to Circle Daybreak''
That's the end. I hope you enjoyed it. Please review xxx
