The healer nodded his head and left, not having the balls to insist on my staying.
“Okay, Nexus, let’s get you up and out of here. Frosty has the largest room and doesn’t share with anyone, so we’re all bunking with him for what’s left of the night.” John handed me a small bag I hadn’t noticed until now, with a change of clothes.
When I looked at him in question, he sighed, “Frosty demanded the dean let us pack up your room. Although it’s frowned on until after initiation and the ritual, he has also consented to let us move to Faction housing.”
“I’ve never heard of such a thing.” I gasped out in surprise.
“Neither has anyone else, but because of Sly’s popularity and Frosty’s family’s influence, an exception has been made.” John smirked, “Now get that beautiful ass out of bed and get dressed.”
I complied, still stunned by his words but more than ready to leave.
After I changed, we all left, with Sly insisting on carrying me. I didn’t put up a single protest. I wasn’t a fool, after all; there were at least thirty Aurathions I could name offhand who would shank me to be in my position.
My best friend included.
We left the medical building and entered the tower where the first years were housed. Climbing to the very top, I wasn’t surprised to see he was in the so-called penthouse suite, lacking a better description.
Emberhold obviously had a soft spot for his brilliance.
Frosty unlocked his door, then stood aside so Sly could enter with me. I gasped when I saw the luxury he lived in. My room was nice, but nothing like Frosty’s. He even had a balcony I spotted through two large glass doors.
Before I could look my fill, Sly pushed through a door to the left of the giant stone fireplace. He passed a king-size bed, entered a large bathroom, and gently set me on my feet.
“Okay, Nexus, I’m going to run you a hot bath. Take your time, and we’ll prepare you something to eat, then we’ll all get some rest.” Frosty followed in behind us and started running water into a large claw-foot tub.
These men had gone above and beyond for me. “Thank you, I really appreciate everything.”
Jesse entered the room, “It’s our privilege. Do you need any help undressing?” He waggled his brows.
“No, she does not.” Frosty snapped as he poured bubble bath into the tub.
I frowned at him in disapproval, “I can answer for myself.” I hugged Jesse, “I don’t, but thanks for the offer.”
Jesse stuck his tongue out at Frosty, “Okay, I’ll head into the kitchen to help John.”
Sly and Frosty followed behind him, the latter stopping to kiss the top of my head. “Yell if you need anything.”
I nodded; when the door closed, I quickly took off my clothes and sighed as I sank into the hot water. I honestly didn’t want to know how Frosty figured out my preferred bath water temperature.
Leaning my head back, all the events that had transpired began running through my head. Unfortunately, I wasn’t lying when I told Sly that retribution would have to be served to Selene and Beatrice. There was no way I’d survive the academy letting that kind of transgression pass.
Lucky for me, I had four fine as fuck men willing to help me figure it all out.
Chapter 10
Rue
Iwas slightly uncomfortable having all of these people in my space, Faction brothers or not.
John had settled comfortably in my kitchen and was preparing omelets for everyone. He chopped an onion, a bell pepper, and a few jalapenos, then added them to the pan to sauté. Since I rarely buy food, I was surprised to see that there was anything to cook. I usually just ate in the dining hall.
“Don’t look so surprised, I stopped by our dorm to get supplies,” John smirked.
That cleared up that mystery. I sat at the bar, “So what are we thinking in terms of revenge?”
Jesse and Sly sat down, leaving an empty seat between them.
“I know what I want to do, but I’m guessing that’s going to be out.” Jesse dug into the omelet that John had set in front of him.
