Free Hero's Revenge (Keepers of Justice, Book 2) by Dee J. Stone Page A

I’m too weak.
    She frowns. “Why are you fighting it?”
    “I don’t know what you want from me.”
    She pulls her long braid out of the back of her mask and brings the tip to her lips. “So you do want to know why I kissed you.”
    I sigh. “Yes, okay. I do. Why did you do it?”
    She shrugs. “I’ve sensed something between us ever since I first saw you. I needed to know if it was real.” Her gaze meets mine. “And now I know.”
    I stare into her eyes. Pierce her mask to look at her face. Her deep blue eyes, soft lips, and smooth skin. I want to rip her mask off, take her chin, pull it to me, and feel that mouth on mine.
    She moves closer. I move closer.
    Shouts and laughter from the distance cause me to break my gaze and jump a few steps back. A couple of Elites are chasing a small group of villains as they run around the area leaping onto cars like frogs, and crushing them as they taunt the Elites.
    I’m about to run to help, but hold back. These villains aren’t dangerous. Annoying, yes, but not dangerous. The Elites can handle it. We can’t let them see us.
    I look at Stealth. “Bring us home.”
    She takes my hand, causing a spark between us. We mist to my room. And face each other.
    I clear my throat and scan the mansion for Kale and Lindsay. They’re not here.
    A giggle comes from the door, along with a “Shh!”
    They must have the watches and are invisible.
    Kale appears, beaming. “Cool, huh?”
    Lindsay shows herself, giggling. She hands me the third watch.
    “Went okay?” I ask, taking it from her. “No problems?”
    “Piece of cake,” Kale says. “And you?”
    My eyes snap to Stealth’s for a second. “Piece of cake.”
    I pull my mask off, fasten the watch around my wrist , and press a button. Scanning my body, I see I’m invisible. I press another button and I am visible again. “Okay. They work.” I sit down on the floor. “The uniforms should be done by tonight. We’ll go over the plan, and Stealth should be ready tomorrow.”
    “Tomorrow?” Lindsay says. “Wow.” She looks at Stealth. “Are you scared?”
    Stealth shrugs. “I’m fine.”
    I nod. “Kale and I will check out their location to make sure they haven’t moved. Hopefully, we’ll send Stealth after.” I turn to Kale. “You should hide Stealth’s thoughts right now, in case you need time.”
    “Yep.”
    I look at Kale and Lindsay, then at Stealth. “Any questions?” I ask. They shake their heads. “Okay, Kale. Do it.”
    Kale closes his eyes and massages his temples. “Ouch.” His eyes fly open. “Stealth, let me in. Your mind’s attacking me.”
    “Sorry. I don’t know what’s wrong.”
    He walks over and sits down near her. “It’s okay. It’s probably because it’s hard for you to trust people. You have this wall.” He touches her forehead and shuts his eyes. “Just relax and let me in.”
    Her tense body loosens, and she closes her eyes. A few minutes later, their eyes open. Kale rubs the sides of his head.
    I place my hand on his arm. “ You okay?”
    “Yeah, just my head killing me. It’ll pass.”
    “You sure?”
    “Yeah . I overexerted myself. I’ll be fine.”
    “You’re still getting used to your telepathy,” I tell him. “Be careful.”
    He waves his hand. “Nah, I’m good.”
    We all stare at each other. Lindsay says, “Anyone want to watch a movie or something?”
    “We should go over the plan,” I say.
    Stealth twists her nose. “There’s time for that later. I second the movie.”
    I pick up the notebook from the floor and flip it open. “You go ahead . I have some things I need to look over.”
    “Are you sure?” Kale asks.
    “I might join you later.”
    The three of them exit my room. I try to focus on the task, but my mind and eyes wander to Stealth. She’s on the floor of Kale’s room. He and Lindsay are snuggled on the bed. She seems so lonely, even though Kale and Lindsay are including her in their conversation.
    I get to my feet and walk down