It had only been two days since the first time we had made love, but I knew I couldn’t hold out for much longer.Dad had told us we were going out th...t night to celebrate my sister’s birthday. Our whole family and my aunt, who was staying with us, were going and it was almost guaranteed to be another boring night. I knew I had to be patient to be with Mom, I couldn’t risk Dad, or anyone else for that matter, finding out about us.When I saw Mom in her dress for that night my jaw almost dropped to. You haven't given them a fair chance, you know. I haven't pushed you because your pain is so deep and... well, I knew how you'd react. I didn't want to create any barriers to us. If I'm not here, you have to let them help you. They will you know..."Even I could hear the pain in my voice when I croaked, "They chose her side..." You don't know that, all you really know is that your father reacted with anger at the pain you caused. That's a natural male reaction to pain, you know. You do know it,. Maybe I can come for a visit oneof these days? I have other priorities these days, you know." You should all come back to the Base! I'm in a position now to providetransportation!" I winked at Randi, then to Spencer.Our conversation was interrupted by the loud voice downstairs."Ya, the bitch is upstairs with her sisters! When ya go up, ask one of'em when lunch is- I'm getting hungry! Hey, why'd the damn TV shut off?Damn remote!" Greg's voice could easily be heard now.The Cummins twins entered. It is our purpose to protect. Those who infect the life-force of the Murda are not permitted.'"What the fuck?" Alana murmured. "Is this some kind of lunatic fairy religion?" She decided there was only one way to find out: 'Show me an image of this Murda of yours, ' she commanded.The terror that swept through the remaining fairies caused another dozen or so to disintegrate, but a swift, brief image came back. The Murda was ... an egg."You give your lives and kill others to protect an egg?" Alana.