One of the burly slayers that had been assigned to Bette’s house came into the house when he heard Peggy bellow his name.

“Take her out of the house and drive her home please…now. Oh and Nathan, if she shows her face here again…take care of it.”

“Yes, ma’m.”

Tina smiled as she was led out. Nadia sneered at her but walked out without resistance.

“Tina, Bette, my apologies. This is my fault for posting her here. I wanted to test her but believe me when I say I never thought anything like this would happen.”

“Peggy, we don’t hold you responsible for this. Believe me. You don’t owe Tina and I any apologies.”

“Well, none the less, I’m sorry. I’ll have this cleaned up by morning. She won’t get away with anything else.” Peggy left angry with herself. The rest of the guests decided to call it a night as well. They filed out trying to prevent the couple from any more embarrassment than they had already experienced; with the exception of Alice of course.

“You’re little witch is tucked into her own bed…with her grandmother right beside her, so I would leave them there. You two have some more time to yourselves, she’s safe. Maggie has her wand right next to her. And guys…get some blinds.”

Tina smacked her on the head as she exited.

“Good night Al.”

Tina stood at the door leaving a now returned Nathan guarding it.

“Good night Nathan. Don’t fall asleep.” The big man smiled sheepishly at the blonde.

Bette stood with her arms crossed and gave him a look. He turned and pulled it closed all the way as Bette took Tina by the hand bringing her close.

“No flirting with the help.”

“I wasn’t flirting but I have to say slayers are a horny bunch aren’t they?”

“You just take care of your horny slayer. Don’t worry about the rest.”

Tina took her by the hand and they went to look in on their little witch. She was tucked safely in her grandmother’s arm. They would sleep in the guest room which was right next to Angie’s instead of their own room, just in case.

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Back in her apartment Nadia paced the length of her living room. The phone kept ringing and she could put it off no longer.

“Hello? Yes, I…was in the shower. I’m sorry I didn’t hear it ringing. Yes, I understand. Look, there’s been a change. I’m…I lost my slayer status. Calm down, please. I know what you said. Give me another chance. I can help you get to her another way. Let’s meet tomorrow and I’ll have something for you, I swear.”

The young blonde hung up the phone before she could dig herself a deeper hole. She looked at her neck in the hallway mirror. She could almost feel the ache of the sharp edges penetrating her skin.  She would have to think of something fast before she met with Denbo the next evening if she wanted to keep it in tact.