RaylineInside of the dream, I was waiting outside of the large double-door entrance. There I found myself realizing that Cole was showing me his memories again. I could hear voices in the room as I fidgeted endlessly with the small envelope in my hand.“Why are you interrupting? This is a very important meeting,” says a familiar voice, and there is a moment of silence.“I'm sorry, sir, but there is a boy who wishes to see you... He claims to be your son.”There was a long silence, and I took a deep breath.“I'm sorry, Mr. and Mrs. Gray, but I think we should reschedule our meeting,” the voice finally answers.“Of course.”From inside came the sound of shuffling footsteps, and I stiffened as the door opened. Two adults came out of the room, their eyes meeting mine for a moment, well that was basically Cole, and following behind them, I could recognize that it was Taylor. He was neatly dressed and looked much younger. He gave me a curious look as he passed by, but he didn't say a word.

RaylineTheir father came to two large doors, and he glanced at the two of them before pushing the doors open. They walked straight into a meeting room. There was a large table in the center with six people seated. Some looked human, while others had various animal-like features. One of them had wolf-like eyes and claws on his fingertips, while another had long, bird-like claws, and another had skin so pale and sunken that he could be mistaken for a corpse. There was one that looked like a snake, the corner of its mouth stretched out abnormally wide, as well as a woman who was probably the most stunning creature I had ever seen, and her bright green eyes met Cole's for a moment before she looked away.His father sits at the head of the table while Cole follows behind Jesse, who leans against the back wall to watch. My gaze then fell on Taylor across the room, who was standing still like the other two, and I saw Jesse and him make eye contact with a nod."Welcome back," Harvey starts t

RaylineAll of a sudden I heard a loud crash, and Jesse's head jerked to the side as a cry of pain echoed throughout the room. The snake-like man's arm is broken in half, the bone splitting like a twig, and he is clutching it through gritted teeth. At first, I thought that it was Cole, but he stood there with his eyes wide open like Jesse, and then I realized that Harvey was sitting upright, with his eyes turning red."Apologize." His stern voice echoes in the room, and all the other members watch in silence. "Don't look down on the dead. You of all people should know that, Leonardo." The man whimpered in response. "Now, apologize.""...Forgive me, my lord.""Not for me." The man's head slowly lifted and his eyes trembled. "For my son." He then looked at Cole and glared at him, gritting his teeth. One more strike and the man screamed. His arm broke in the second place, and I could see Cole's red eyes darting between the man and his father. "I said, apologize!" Harvey said in a ster

RaylineAs they walked out of the dark portal, Nicolas and I jumped to our feet."Why won't you tell us?" Jesse whined as the three boys walked into the living room at Taylor's house."Because it's not my place to say," Cole replied, and he turned to me. His horns and red eyes slowly faded, and I rushed to his side. I pulled him into a quick hug."Are you okay?" I pulled away and placed my hand on his cheek. "After that meeting, I thought you would come back here. I was worried.""I'm fine," he smiled, but soon his smile faded."Is something wrong?" I asked, full of worry.He shrugged with a faint smile. "Just tired.""Oh well," I said. "Then you should rest. You have done a hell of a lot today.""There was some decent information," Jesse added. "We already know how to get to the stone. We just need to find a fairy who can let us in.""I know a guy," Cole replied. "But I think we should work on that after we get back from Italy. We can check the Spear of Destiny first, then go to the

Rayline"You think angels never get their hands dirty? They hit people too." His father's voice turned harsh."Yes, but...""Aren't they going to kill you?" Cole was speechless. "Who are they to judge?""Still," Cole whispered. "He is guilty. He is a traitor to the demon world. I think this is a fair punishment," his father added, and Cole slowly turned his head towards the man. "And as my son, it is your duty to put the demon world first. Do not disgrace yourself any more than your blood already has."Cole flinched, trying to hide the impact of his words."Do not be weak." Using her strength, Mrs. Parker lifted the man upright again, and he cried as he was forced to stand upright. The man's tears streamed down his face as he shook his head. Yes, he was involved with those who conspired, but he had a family, a home, and a life... people who cared about him."I... can't." Water soaked through his vision as his hands clenched into fists.His father breathed out a slow, enraged breath