Chapter 81

*****Erika's POV***** “Where are you, Jace? Why are you calling with an unknown number? Are you safe?” The questions flew out of my lips in quick succession, nerves knotted tight and painful. I had no idea where my brother was. He might be in danger, who knew? Oh Mother of the Moon, please protect Jace and bring him safely back to me. I could not afford to lose him, not now, not ever. I was ready to apologize and make amends, he was my brother. “I don’t know.” His breath was labored and he sounded like he was in pain. The phone was on loudspeaker, I threw it on the bed and rushed to get my car keys while talking into the phone. “I’m coming to get you, tell me where you are.” “Okay, thank you. But first, arrest Melisse.” He was panting. Was he running? Limping? Oh goodness! Jace was in danger, fear overwhelmed me. I could not concentrate on the name he just mentioned, my brain did not capture it properly at first but then again, he was my priority at this point. Getting to him was my pr