Jesper's hive

LANCE

We had to do all the running and sprinting against all odds.

If the forest burning wasn't bad enough, we had the Madel's inn engulfing in fire. That should attract attention. And we all bolted before the crowds' noses found it's way to our scents.

Magnus is carrying Sam in his back. Sam was totally against it. He said it feels weird. He said it made him feel like a kid. A toddler joggling swings to his Papa's shoulders.

Magnus ignored his protests. Not caring for other people staring at us. Or the whispers that floats. I wrap Seven in a cloak and covered her head. Made her look like a big lump in my back.

Jesper is in charge of hauling our duffel bags - it was really pure luck Magnus manage to stuff his shoulders with them. Darting at the perfect moment to retrieve Seven while I'm facing Alpha Beast.

"So where are we going again?" I ask.

"Paris." Jesper answered.

"But we're in the middle of nowhere." I said.