EXCERPT
“So
you have a complete data base storing the images of magick you take with the
camera?”
“Yeah,
I have used my talents for combining technology and magick for more than just
weapons and wards for the P.I. T. Crew. I’ve created this camera to record
everyone’s signature magick. With some tweaking, like I did a moment ago, I can
also capture images of magick placed on someone or something. I upload it all
into my magickally altered computer and start sorting out the spells, bindings
and threads layered on you. While I am at it, I can also add your personal
magick signature to my database.”
“How
many Others have you stored in that thing so far?”
“I
have almost every known witch in the area. I have been snapping discreetly, but
I don’t have too many vamps, weres, or demons yet.”
“Wow,
amazing. I didn’t know magick could be caught on film.”
“The
wonders of digital technology are now used magickally. Just look at vamps, for
years they couldn’t be seen on film or in mirrors because of the silver used in
film processing. Now digital technology allows them to use cameras and screens
to see themselves and be caught on camera.”
I was
completely awed by Mel’s abilities. “So how long will it take to unravel all
this?”
“It’s
going to take a while and I really need to concentrate. I don’t mean to kick
you out honey, but you know I do my best work when I’m alone.”
“I
understand, Mel. I’ll let you work. Call me as soon as you find something or
figure something out.”
“You
bet, Wyn.” Suddenly a thought seemed to pop into her head, “Hey, are you going
to the Vampire Ball Saturday night?” she asked.
“The
Vampire Ball? You mean that crazy costume party downtown where humans dress up
as vampires not realizing real vampires walk among them?” I snorted, the whole
thing seemed ludicrous to me. Plus, no one asked me to be their date.
Mel’s
eyes narrowed. “Wow, your Gram really has kept you out of the loop. How do you
keep your job as Preternatural Liaison when you don’t know jack about the
supernatural activity in this city? Satinka Tala puts on The Vampire Ball so
preternatural types and humans can mingle—safely, on her terms. Guardians will
be all over the place, making sure no one gets out of hand. And I guess you
didn’t get the P.I.T. Crew memo, team members are encouraged to be there. I
would think because of your job as Liaison it would be a requirement for you.”
Shit.
“Sorry Mel, I didn’t know. I haven’t even checked my mail box at work or my
email in days. This whole Galen-Mike thing has thrown me for a loop and is
obviously keeping me out of it. Not to mention the fact someone is messing with
my personal mojo. And as far as the ball…I was kinda hoping a certain vampire
would invite me.” I looked down at the floor.
“Honey,
this is the twenty-first century and we aren’t in high school, you don’t need a
man to ask you to go anywhere. Nobody asked me and I’m still going, you can be
my date.” Her smile was radiant.
“Okay,
Mel. It’s a date. Now I need to find something to wear.”
“Don’t
worry about it, I have something perfect tucked away in my closet. I bought it
but the color doesn’t work with my skin tone, for you…it’ll be perfect. Come by
tomorrow and we’ll play dress up. Now, I have to get to work on tracing your
bindings.”
“That’s
great Mel, thanks.” I smiled at her realizing I had really missed hanging out
with her.
“That’s
what friends are for, Wyn. Now get the hell outta here.” Laughing she gave me a
big hug and practically shoved me out the door.
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