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a determining factor to cease the Tree’s rejuvenation all together. If they cannot be stopped, this will surely be the end of humanity. And perhaps Genesis.”
    “That would break Zoe.” I ran my hands through my hair.
    “We know. We believe this could be the root of the prophecy,” Raz said. “If Adam falls, so will Eve.”
    This changed everything.
    “So we’ve increased our patrol?” I asked.
    “We have,” Julian said. “But as I’ve said before, our forces are weak in numbers.”
    “How weak?” I clenched my fists.
    “It’s not looking good,” Elijah said.
    A knock came outside the door, and Nate walked in.
    “We’ve just shared the news with Cade about the cross breed and the impending uprising.” Raz stood beside me.
    Nate pursed his lips. “Yes, breaches are doubling daily. The Firstborns, even along with the Angel and Guardian troops, can’t keep up. We need to push the Newborn’s training and assign a soul retrieval team. We need all the warm bodies we can get.”
    “And what of your match with Rainah?” I asked Julian. “We need you and your team at its strongest. That includes your Gemini.”
    Julian’s face turned red. “I haven’t told her yet.”
    Raz narrowed his eyes. “And why not?”
    Julian held up his palms. “Since when is it my job to play matchmaker? Isn’t this boss lady’s gig?”
    “I will speak with Chayah,” I said. “This is new to her, too. She’s unsure of what her duties entail without her memories. Speaking of, she also needs training. Especially now with all the uncertainties of this cross-breed situation. She must be trained if she’s to be protected.”
    “Agreed.” Raz nodded. “All the more reason to shorten your holiday.”
    “My Gemini and I will decide the fate of our holiday.” I grumbled. “In the meantime, you must get these Newborns trained and assigned. And find out what you can about this cross breed. Confirm if Brennan is, indeed, him. I will discuss this with Zoe, and we’ll join in training after our holiday.”
    “Where are you going?” Raz asked.
    The door flew open, and Zoe walked in. “There you are,” she said. “What’s going on?”
    I reached my arms out for her and pulled her close, kissing her cheek. She smelled so good. This was the last place I wanted to be.
    “So.” Zoe started. “Phoebe has a request. She wants to get married.”
    “Is that not what a proposal is?” I asked.
    Zoe narrowed her eyes and smiled. “I mean now.”
    “What?” Raz’s voice cracked.
    “Phoebe said she wants to do it now. Today. But—I don’t know how that works, so I came to ask you.”
    “Gabrielle usually performs a Convergence Ceremony at the Angels Arch. In Aravot,” Raz said. “But Phoebe’s human, she’s not allowed.”
    “It’s a human wedding. What’s wrong with doing it here? At the Great Hall?” Zoe asked. “This is important to her and under the circumstances, I’m okay with it.”
    “Julian, go see if Gabrielle will join us,” Raz said. “We’ll ask her.”
    “Ask me what?” Gabrielle walked in holding the Genesis immortality cup.
    “What’s this?” Raz asked.
    “May I speak to Zoe in private for a moment?”
    “Of course.” Zoe kissed my cheek, then walked off to speak to Gabrielle in the corner.
    “This is highly unusual.” Raz’s voice was gruff.
    “Chayah is right,” I said. “We all know their Convergence will not be official until Phoebe can enter Aravot, I see no harm in allowing the child some happiness, however brief it may be.”
    Gabrielle handed her the chalice and kissed Zoe on the cheek. They both walked toward us. “I believe the Eternal Mother is prepared to perform her first human marriage ceremony.”
     

Chapter Ten
    Zoe
     
     
    “What are you thinking, love?”
    Strong arms wrapped around my waist, tugging me to his chest. Yum. I was looking forward to officiating my first wedding as Eternal Mother, but damn, did I want to spend time alone with my own man.
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