Page 23 of Witch's Betrayal
For some reason I couldn't place, I was compelled to obey the green-eyed demon's words. It would do no good if I reported that I saw him. The calmness in my instincts also assured me that Deja was indeed safe.
Laurel's smile fell into a frown. "Don't let her off too easy, Seth. I can tell you're attracted to her but you must find her limit and push it. She's no damsel in distress."
"Yes, High Priestess." I lowered my head respectfully as I addressed her as the head of our coven. "I will not go easy on her. I could tell tonight she legitimately came down with something."
"Remember, she has to be humbled by her power," Laurel went on. "She can't let her prowess get to her ego like a spoiled brat. I already saw the beginnings of that when she at first requested a different teacher."
The corner of my mouth ticked up in a smirk.
"She apologized for that and has been fully present in our lessons. I think she's learning some humility yet."
"Good." A hint of a smile returned to Laurel's face. "You realize she will most likely be the one to join you on your hunting missions?"
"No doubt," I agreed with a curt nod. "She will likely surpass me in shadow magic abilities within a year or two."
"Excellent," Laurel beamed. "We'll be so fortunate to have not only one powerful hunter in our midst but two!" She turned back toward the fire, grinning at the flames. "It will be a fine day when we eliminate the demon scourge off the face of the earth."
I allowed a grin to spread on my face as well.
"Agreed, High Priestess."
