Kallos (Kallos Series) (21 page)

“You know exactly what I’m talking about. Before you, they wouldn’t do anything for anyone. And they have known you for what, five days, and you have them living with you. You even got Ian to give up on Nikki. She is like his drug; he always went back for more. When his demon blood isn’t trying to take him over, he wants nothing to do with her. Our bad boy Sean won't even look at another girl, and he is the biggest player in the world. You have him looking at just you. I say that they are both whipped.” She just found out more about Ian and Sean in three minutes then she had in an entire week with them.

Kallos already guessed that Ian and Nikki had a thing, and she could tell that Sean is a bad boy and a player. But they never told her anything; she just guessed. She can see her house and Sean’s car. She stops moving; she really doesn’t want anyone to see Brandon.

“I think you should go now. I know that my dad won’t be too happy to see another guy. And besides, I know that Ian and Sean won’t like to see you either.” Kallos could feel him standing behind her.

“Tell me, how did you fix Ian?” The tone in his voice said he already knows what she did. She spins around and his deep chocolate eyes are inches from hers. She knows that he is trying to get to her and a small part of her is starting to give in to him. He is almost as beautiful as Ian and Sean. But she knows he is playing a game; she shakes her head to clear her thoughts.

“Why are you doing this?” Brandon raises an eyebrow, and the smile on his face says he’s enjoying all of this. “Why do you like to mess with Sean and Ian? Are you really that jealous of them?” Looking at him, Kallos can see that he is jealous, but there is something else there, too. Maybe sorrow? His kind eyes turn into daggers.

“Kallos don’t go there. You have no idea what’s going on, and you don’t want to know. I just want you to know that they may seem perfect, but they aren’t. Everyone in this freaking town thinks they are the golden boys, and I know better. I think you should too.” She just stares at him; she knows they aren’t perfect. But she still loves them, they are her soul mates.

“Whatever, I think we are done talking,” Kallos turns away from him. He puts his hand on her shoulder. She doesn't turn to face him; she is done talking to him.

“Kallos, I know that you don’t trust me, and I don’t blame you. But if you need me, you can call me anytime.” His hand tightens on her shoulder; then he pulls away.

She quickly walks away, and towards her house. As she gets closer, she can see Sean and Ian waiting for her. They are leaning against the car, and she is wondering if they saw Brandon. They don’t look too happy, and she knows why. She looks at her phone to see what time it is. She left them over forty-five minutes ago.

“Did you have a nice walk?” Ian sneers, and her mouth drops open. She has never heard him be cruel. “How’s Brandon?” His eyes narrow on her, and she knows why he is being a jerk.

“The walk was nice until he showed up.” Kallos looks between Ian and Sean. Sean isn’t showing anything on his face, but she catches Ian rolling his eyes. “You don’t believe me. Have I ever done anything for you not to trust me?” That makes him show regret on his face, and she isn’t sure if she wants to know what happened with Nikki. She doesn’t think her heart can handle any more damage.

“Let’s get inside; it’s freezing out here,” Sean says, and Kallos knows that he is just trying to change the subject.

“Yeah, let’s go. I’m done talking tonight anyway.” Ian reaches out and grabs her hand, which takes her by complete surprise. He brings her hand to his lips and leaves his mouth press against her knuckles. He looks up at her, “I am sorry for hurting you today, Kallos. I don’t think I will ever be able to make up what I’ve done to you. But know this, no matter what happens in my life, you will always have my heart. I love you with everything in me, Kallos, and I am a complete jerk; you deserve better than what I have given you.”

She can feel the tears in her eyes; they are just about to fall. This is her Ian and this is what she has missed all day. She missed his sweet words and his looking at her like she is the only girl in the world. “Oh my beauty, don’t do that. Don’t cry.” He pulls her into his warm embrace, and she starts to cry harder. Kallos lays her head on his chest. She can feel him rubbing her back, and then she can feel another set of hands combing through her hair.

“Shhh, Babe, we’re here for you.” She can feel Sean brush against her back. Kallos is surrounded by the men she loves, and she doesn’t want to be anywhere else. Being here with them is all she needs. She is feeling bad because all of her tears are soaking into Ian’s shirt. Ian whispers, “I think your parents know we’re out here. I see someone looking through the window.” She looks over at the house, and she can see the curtains moving. Kallos moves her head away from Ian's chest so that she can look up at him. She has a strong feeling Ian did something with Nikki; the other girl basically just told her so.

“Ian, I love you, and I don’t want to know what happened with Nikki. All that matters is that you love me and that you won't leave me again.” He brings his right hand to her face and nods. She moves her lips to his hand and kisses his palm. Kallos puts her hand to her side for Sean to grab and then she takes Ian’s right hand in hers. She gives a little squeeze and walks towards the house. Kallos really doesn’t want to know what happened with Nikki, at least not now. She just wants them to be back to what they had yesterday.

“So, which one of you is sleeping in my room?” They chuckle, and then Ian squeezes her hand.

“Well, it’s my turn,” Ian says as a grin spreads across his face.

“I hope you don’t mind heavy snoring,” Sean says.

“I don’t snore! Okay, not too bad,” Ian states. Sean and Ian laugh harder. Kallos just shakes her head. They walk into the house, and she isn’t surprised to see both of her parents waiting for them. Her mom stands up and comes to them.

“Did you have another attack?” Her mom asks as she pulls Kallos away from the boys. She doesn’t give Kallos time to answer; she is holding on to Kallos as if Kallos is going to disappear. Kallos's dad is next to them, and he looks like he aged five years in the past few hours. Kallos feels really bad that this is all her fault.

“Mr. and Mrs. Dean, she didn’t have another attack.” Before Ian could say anything else Kallos decides cuts him off.

“I’m just tired, and I can’t wait to sleep in tomorrow.” Her mom looks like she is buying it, but her dad doesn’t. He looks over at Ian and Sean; of course, he is going to blame Sean. He narrows his gaze on him, and Kallos clears her throat. She wants her dad’s attention on her and not on Sean. Besides, Sean didn’t do anything and doesn’t deserve her dad’s dirty looks.

“I’m going to get ready for bed,” Kallos turns around to face Sean and Ian. Sean smiles at her, and Ian gives her his usual half smile. “I’ll see you in a little while, Ian.” He nods, and then Kallos turns around to look at her parents. “Good night, Mom and Dad. I love you.” She hugs her mom first because she is the closest. She moves a couple of feet to her dad, and hugs him. He hugs her tightly. Kallos breaks away.

“Good night, Sweetie,” they say together.

She walks up stairs and into her bedroom. Kallos grabs her pajamas and puts them on. As she is pulling her shirt over her head, she hears a soft knock on her door. She walks over to her door and Sean is standing there. Kallos moves to the side to let him in. She didn’t think she was going to get away without telling him good night.

“Now, Mr. Hunter, what are you doing here?” She can't keep a smile off her face and the laughter out of her eyes. She shuts the door and leans against it.

“Well, Miss Dean, I do think you forgot to tell me good night,” Sean slowly walks toward her. She pushes off the door and meets him half way. Facing each other, Sean softly flirts, “Did I tell you that you looked so beautiful tonight? And not just in the bikini.” His hand brushes her hair away from her face. Her blush is burning her whole body. “You know, I love when you do that. I love to see you blush.” He keeps his hands on her cheeks.

“Well, aren’t you a sweet talker tonight?” Kallos replies and Sean starts to laugh. She loves Sean’s laugh. It’s so warm, and it makes her want to laugh with him. “So, you just want to tell me good night then?” He winks at her and shakes his head.

“No, I think I should be able to get a good night kiss too. We did get interrupted earlier.” Thinking back to their time in the car before his dad hit the window, makes Kallos tremble.

“I think you need to remind me where we were interrupted. I can’t remember what we were doing,” Kallos teases. Sean gives her his heart-melting smile and leans in to kiss her. But his lips hover right above hers, and she wraps her arms around his neck. His arms go around her waist to pull her closer.

“We were right about here if my memory is correct, with our lips almost touching. Then we heard banging on the window,” Sean whispers against her lips, and Kallos smiles. She rises so their lips meet. He tightens his hold on her, and she does the same around his neck. The kiss goes from slow and sweet to hard and rough. He pushes her against the door, and she doesn’t stop him. She can feel the door handle turning against her side, that’s when she pulls away from him. They are both breathing heavy, and he puts his forehead on hers. “I think you are going to be the death of me.” Sean sighs as they stare at one another, and she smiles. “I love you, Kallos.” Every time she hears them tell her they love her makes her heart get bigger.

“I love you too, Sean,” Kallos whispers, and suddenly there is pounding on her door. “I think someone wants our attention,” she giggles. Sean shakes his head and moves away from her. She turns to open the door; Ian is standing there. Sean is still standing behind her, but when he takes one look at Ian, he moves closer to her.

“You know I can feel what you two were just doing.”

“Then why would you try to come in here?” Sean snaps at him.

“Hey, it’s my night to be with her! You got to wake up with her this morning.” They are really fighting over her.

“Okay, knock it off, you two,” Kallos interrupts. “It was just a good night kiss.” Ian narrows his eyes on her. “Don't you dare give me that look,” Kallos orders.

“That wasn’t a good night kiss. If I didn’t try to come in when I did, what would have happened?” Her mouth falls open because of what he is implying is insulting.

“Ian, you cannot be serious!” He looks down at his feet.

“What I was feeling was pretty strong.” Ian pauses and keeps his eyes away from Kallos. “I’m sorry; I shouldn’t have said that.”

“Well, if you aren’t going to be changing into some demon beast, I’m going to go,” Sean steps from behind Kallos and gives her a quick kiss. “Good night, Kallos.” He walks to Ian by the door. “Ian, be nice, and good night,” Sean closes the door quietly as he leaves.

Kallos walks over to the bed and gets into it. She is so ready for today to be done with.

“Kallos, I am sorry about everything that has happened today. And what just happened,” Ian is by her bed and is looking down at her.

“We can deal with it tomorrow. I just want to go bed.” His eyes are showing hurt, but he nods. “Good night, Ian.” He walks over to the couch and lies down.

“Good night, Kallos.” Then she turns away from him and faces her window. On her nightstand is the flower that Ares gave her; it still looks like it did in the garden. It is still beautiful and has no signs of dying yet. She shuts her eyes and her last thoughts are of the beautiful garden.

CHAPTER FIFTEEN

The sun always feels warmer here, Kallos thinks as she walks over to the waterfall and looks around her. This is the first time she hasn't seen anyone here, and it's strange. She sits on the edge of the pond and puts her feet in the water. The water is nice and warm; it's almost like bathwater. The stillness of this place seems to always calm her no matter what. It’s the one place she can think in peace and quiet. She glances over at the beautiful flowers. The colors are more vivid here and so are the smells.

“Nice to see you again, Kallos,” a male surprises her. She is guessing that it is Apollo. She looks over to him. He is standing there shirtless again, and his tan body looks so nice.

“Hello, Apollo.” He smiles at her and moves closer.

“Do you mind if I join you?” It's sweet that he is asking; she nods at him. “Thank you for fixing Ian. I couldn’t even reach him, and was hoping that you would.” So, he knew about Ian, which makes her wonder how much more they know about them.

“How do you guys know so much?” Kallos smiles and looks at the waterfall.

“I can see and hear everything that happens with Ian. Just like Ares can with Sean and Aphrodite will be able to do with you.”

“What do you mean will be? She can’t already?” Apollo’s sapphire eyes turn back to her.

“You have to be fully changed for her to do that,” he looks back at the water.

“I got my first power tonight” Kallos blurts out. Apollo’s head whips around, and he looks at her.

“What did you get?” He looks worried.

“I can burn people with my hands and my body.” His eyes got really wide.

“Have you told Aphrodite yet?” Kallos shakes her head.

“Nope, I just got here, and you are the first person I saw.” Maybe person isn’t the word she should have use. More like golden god, but oh well. He shuts his eyes and goes really still for a moment, like he’s meditating.

“I just told her that we need her. She already knows you’re here.” Apollo suddenly speaks.

That was pretty cool. It’s like having a cell phone attached to your brain. Kallos wonders if that will be one of her other powers. Apollo stands up and starts to pace; he walks about six feet away from her and walks back. She doesn’t know how many times he did this, but he continues until Aphrodite shows up.

“Kallos, can you show us your new power?” Aphrodite asks as she walks toward them. Kallos is hoping that she'll be able to do it. So far, the only way she could do it is when someone is making her mad. So, she thinks about what Ian said to her and how he was acting today. She can feel her body heating up; it starts at her toes and goes all the way up to her hands. Kallos can feel it spreading through her veins. She opens her eyes and both Aphrodite and Apollo look like they have seen a ghost. She looks down at her hands and they are glowing red.