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They don’t stand a chance against the angels. At least not the humans, who don’t even know the supernatural world exists. Even the supernaturals would struggle because they’re also mortal. It’ll be a lot easier for the angels to kill them than it’ll be for the mortals to kill the angels.

“You know…I just don’t think I can stand by and watch you kill the mortals, Michael,” Lucifer finally says, and I let out a sigh of relief. “I’m not really into the mass murdering of all species that aren’t gods. Especially not when it’s from demigods who have mommy and daddy issues because they don’t feel like they got enough love. You can phrase it however you want, but this vendetta you have against mortals? It’s pure and unadulterated envy. You’re jealous.”

Anger flashes in Michael’s eyes as he scowls, turning his handsome features into something sinister. “I am not jealous of the mortals. We just don’t see why so much effort is put into people who die in the blink of an eye. When they’re gone, then the focus can be where it should be.”

“You do realize you’re part human, right?” I ask. “You’re half mortal. By hating mortals, you hate yourself.”

“Shut the fuck up, whore,” Michael snarls. “You don’t know what the hell you’re talking about. Let the adults talk.”

My lip curls up at the corner, knowing I hit the nail on the head. Too bad my satisfaction disappears in seconds.

Growls and curses spill from my mates as they struggle against my shadows’ hold on them.

“Are you sure this is what you want to choose, Lucifer?”

My dad nods. “Yes, Michael. I’ve never been more sure of anything in my life.”

“You’ll regret this when everything is said and done. Be prepared for you and your people to be wiped out, and remember, we offered you a way out of this.” Michael takes a step backward and then another.

“Oh, Michael. You’ve always thought highly of yourself, but this time, you’ve bitten off more than you can chew.” Lucifer shakes his head, standing slowly. “Come for us, Michael, and we’ll see who’s left standing at the end. I can assure you, it won’t be you.”

“I do love that the gods always underestimate us. We’re stronger than you know, and we have a few tricks up our sleeves.” Michael laughs again. “But I wouldn’t want to spoil the surprise. I know you’ll be scrambling to figure out what exactly we have planned, so I’ll even be sporting and give you a hint. We’ll strike within the next month.”

Lucifer lifts his hand, blue hellfire shooting across the room toward Michael, but he ducks out of the room. “I’ll be seeing you.”

A flap of wings and breaking of glass are the only sounds that follow his words as Lucifer pulls back his hellfire. The wall is completely untouched, surprising me. Usually, everything my hellfire touches is destroyed.

“Did he just fly through another window?” Wren asks with a frown. “Why not use the fucking door?”

Wraith snorts. “I’m assuming he likes the dramatics of destroying things. Now, troublemaker, could you release your shadows?”

Oh. Right. I did that.

I wave my hand toward them again, and the shadows fall away.

“That’s new,” Cassian comments dryly, and I shrug.

Lately, it feels like new powers pop up out of nowhere. At least I know why I’m so powerful now.

My eyes find Wren’s, and I wonder why I’m the only one able to access their powers. Wren should be just as powerful as I am, and yet, she’s still only able to access the fire magic that came from our mom.

“It seems like our girl’s powers are still coming in.” Donovan moves around the table and leans over so he’s in my face. “Never do that to me again. If you want to use them on me in the bedroom, I can get down with that, butneverrestrain me outside of that.”

“I’d say I’m sorry, but I’m not, so I won’t lie.” I meet his gaze, completely unfazed by his anger. I know he’s not going to hurt me. “I also can’t promise I won’t do it again, but I understand it upset you, and I will refrain from doing so whenever I can.”

Donovan’s eyes snarl. “Never again, pretty girl.”

I can’t give him what he wants, so I just shrug. I won’t lie to him.

“Personally, I have no desire to know what you do in the bedroom, so I’d prefer if you don’t mention it in my presence again.” Lucifersounds disgusted, which is more than a little amusing.

“Good luck with that.” Wren giggles. “I swear they’re always like this.”

Mom clears her throat. “I admit, I’m not sure I want to hear it either, but I’m very happy you’ve found your mates, Audrey. I didn’t get to say it earlier, but it’s nice to meet you all. Well, most of you.”

Mom’s eyes narrow at Nex—or at least I’m assuming that’s who she’s glaring at since I refuse to turn around. I don’t want to see him.

I wish he would just leave.