Star Crossed Teaser

“What about this Alliance?” Bella asked, her brows furrowing. “Have you verified its existence?”

“We have,” Dad answered. “It’s poorly organized and based on governments that were overthrown, similar to how Norex and Liannette tried to do.” He tapped his tablet, sending the information onto the screen. “The Remans and Alphans are the strongest among the members. Though, the Alphans are well on their way to extinction based on what I’ve read from Rose’s and Julian’s medical reports.”

Edward, we need to continue this conversation but without the Council of Elders, Bella thought to me. I’m not sure if they know if we’re aware of their involvement.

I agree, I nodded. Pretend you don’t feel well and I’ll put an end to the meeting, asking the Federation personnel to join us in the conference room of the Volvo.

And Senator J’ran, too, Bella said, blinking at the representative from the Assembly of Nobles. He’s trustworthy. He was a close friend of my father. Norex pushed him out of his seat when I assumed leadership, claiming that he had the right to be in the Assembly and not him. I don’t know why, but I’m grateful to see him. She bit her lip, leaning against my heavily. “Edward … I don’t feel well.”

I caressed her cheek and was surprised to feel her skin to be clammy and very warm. “I’m sorry to cut this short, but I think I need to get Nirabelle back to our suite for some rest. This is the most she’s done since she’s been released from sickbay.”

“Of course,” Mom said, looking worriedly at my mate.

I helped Bella to her feet and we left the conference room. Once we were safely in our suite, I quickly sent a communique to the Federation personnel and Senator J’ran to meet up at the Volvo at 1700 hours. I asked them to be discreet when they left. We had a few hours before our meeting with my coworkers and family. “Edward,” Bella murmured, curling up on my chest. “All of this is so much.”

“I know, Fíorghrá,” I whispered, wrapping my arms around body. “What can I do for you?”

“Make it all go away. Just for a moment,” she pleaded, looking up at me with her innocent but sexy doe eyes.