Chapter 17

“Do I have the power to guard the dimensions right now?”

“No. Not yet. We don’t have to be in any hurry here, Jesse. I have centuries of knowledge to pass on to you. Just think of yourself as an apprentice.”

“And when I’m no longer an apprentice?”

Her smile returned. “Then I retire.”

“I want to start my training as soon as possible.”

“I’ve been waiting to hear that. We’ll start tomorrow. But even as a beginner, you’re going to be more powerful than vampires and most demons. You can choose where you’d like to start.”

“Magic.”

Michelle blinked, and he could feel her pulling away from him. “Magic? I thought you might be more interested in the more academic area.”

“Magic has always been an academic area for me.”

“And that’s one of the reasons I always thought you were my guy.” She squeezed his fingers, then stood up. “You’re looking better today, Jesse.”

“Thanks.”