He grimaced at me. “It's the truth. Don't get mushy about it.”
“Yup, that tracks.” I rubbed my head. “I'm sorry, but I'm too tired to deal with this. Before we discuss this further, I need to go home, get some sleep, and process.”
“What about my axe?” Shango growled.
“Why is your axe my wife's responsibility?” Trevor growled with even more menace. “It'syourfucking axe. You lost it. You go get it.”
Shango grimaced as he backed down. “Fine, I see your point. But what are we supposed to do now?”
Everyone looked at me.
“Oh, you get mad at me for being involved, but then you expect me to come up with a plan to save your stuff? I'm done! Go home, all of you. I'll text you when we're ready to try again.”
Amaterasu, who'd been silent, tucked in against Hachiman's chest, stepped forward. “Vervain, I don't blame you for this. Not for what happened with my mirror or what this goddess is doing.”
“Thank you, Amy.”
“But I believe what Agwusi said about you.” She held up a hand. “Even if she purloined the truth from the Aether, it is still truth. You are integral to our future. I've sensed this before. Not only are you important, but you've been good to me and mine. I vow to help you when I can. I am your ally, Godhunter.” She bowed.
I hurried over and hugged her. “I'm so sorry about your mirror.”
Amaterasu smiled. “Do not fret. I'll make another. As you said, the magic came from me. When the mirror broke, the magic returned to me. It will not be the same, but it will exist once more.”
“That's a relief.” I stood back and looked at the other gods. “You don't have to be my allies, but how about you try to come up with a plan too?”
Anubis chuckled. “Well said, Vervain. Come, Thoth.” He waved at Thoth and then Ma'at. “Sister, let's go home.”
“Thank you for your help, Vervain.” Ma'at hugged me before heading to the Family Room door with Anubis and Thoth.
“You're welcome.” I watched them leave, the other gods following. All but Ninkasi and Ereshkigal, who headed downstairs to leave Moonshine through the front door.
Amaterasu and Hachiman were the last to leave. On their way to the door, Torr stepped into their path.
“Here.” Torrent handed her the jewel. “Thank you for letting us borrow it.”
Amaterasu clutched her jewel to her chest. “You're welcome. At least I don't have to confine it in a crystal ball anymore. Maybe I'll make it into a necklace.” She headed for the Family Room door with Hachiman's arm around her shoulders.
“Thank you again, Torrent.” I laid a hand on his shoulder.
He looked at me. “I'll try to think of something, V.”
“I'd appreciate that. I think we'll call in the Squad tomorrow to help brainstorm too. I'll text you.”
Torr nodded and headed for the Family Room door. After pulling it open, he paused. “Ty was right to stay. Maybe he can get through to her.”
“I hope so,” Trevor said. “Because if he can't, I'm going to tear that bitch to shreds.”
Torrent blinked. “Uh, okay. Goodnight.”
“Goodnight, Torr.” I looked at my husbands. “I need a drink before we go home.”
“On it.” Viper went to the intercom.
Chapter Twenty-Two
The next day, we met with the God Squad.
“You should have called us sooner.” Thor, seated at the head of the table in our dining hall, glared at his father.
