Page 142 of Ethan's Sky

ETHAN

The loudbangrang out and the whole place turned to pandemonium. Security came back and told us to stay in the dressing room and wait until they came to get us. Kieran grabbed my pads and started running Ronan through the paces keeping him focused on the fight. Hawk hadn’t called to tell us there was a shooter or a situation on the floor, which kept me marginally calm, but my instincts were telling me I needed to check on Sky.

“Anyone hear from Jake or Declan? Are Skyler and Violet all right?”

Mack has his phone to his ear, putting one finger up telling me to hold on.

“All right. We’re on our way. Get me all the footage you and Xander can of the area and what was happening around Violet when she went down. Have they already contacted on-site paramedics.”

The hairs on the back of my neck stand.

“What happened?” I step closer to Mack. “Where’s Skyler? Are they okay?”

“Yeah. I’ll be up in a few minutes. Send Walker down get a staff security shirt and swap places with me. I don’t want Kieran and Ethan going out without coverage.”

“Mack!” I’m in his face, grabbing his shirt collar.

He hangs up his phone and removes my hands from his shirt.

“Easy, brother. Skyler is okay. Violet got swept up in the pandemonium and was knocked to the floor. They guys found her and Sky and helped them to the bathroom to freshen up, but apparently Violet was injured during all the mayhem and is currently being treated.” His words are calm, but I can see the rage vibrating through him.

Something else happened.

“Injured how? Where the fuck is Skyler?” I’m two seconds away from losing my shit.

“Skyler is fine. Jake is with her. Declan is helping Violet. Paramedics have arrived on scene. I’m going there now to see how bad things are and if I can be of any assistance. Do you know who’s watching Carter for her?”

I process everything Mack’s saying. Sky is okay. Violet is hurt. Jake and Declan are still with them.

Deep breath.

“Ethan.” Mack says my name louder. “Who has Carter?”

“Uh, Gabe and Declan talked her into leaving him with Liz. Convinced her he would have a great time on the farm feeding and learning about all the animals. Liz is probably spoiling the hell out of that boy.” Plus, it was the only way to get him under the watchful eyes of the prospects.

“Okay. I’m going to call her and let her know there may be a delay in us getting home tomorrow.”

“How bad is Violet injured?”

“We don’t know yet. We need to get her to the hospital first. But I don’t want Liz caught off guard or little man to be worried about his Mama. I’m also going to tell her not to feed the pigs until we get back.”

At my questioning look, he shrugs and says, “Just in case.”

“Mister O’Rourke.” Security is calling out form the door. “We’re ready for your fighter now.

“What was all the commotion about?”

“Some technical issues. It’s under control now.” As soon as he’s done telling us, and announcements comes over the house speakers.

“We’re sorry about the scare folks. Technical difficulty in the booth! Nothing to be afraid of here. We can assure you everything is fine. You are all safe and can return to your seats in an orderly fashion and we will continue the nights events as planned. Thank you!”

“They’ve asked that you start making your way through the tunnel. Your music will start shortly and then the fight can commence.”

Kieran grabs Ronan and Scotty and heads out.

I follow behind but keep a little distance. Mack catches on to what I’m doing and tells me, “Get your head in the game. Ronan needs you to be sharp for him. If anything comes up, I’ll let you know. But for now. Get your shit together, brother.”

I give him a curt nod.

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