CHAPTER 8 Nelson’s happiness had Jewel almost forgetting why he was here. Then he heard a noise coming from Ezra’s office and that reason crashed into Jewel like one of those anvils in a roadrunner cartoon. Ezra looked at Jewel, asking, “Are you going to join us, my love?” Jewel was terrified. However, he was also the consort to the Re. That meant he had a responsibility, not just to this coven, but to his mate. His place was by Ezra’s side and that is exactly where he would be. “Yes.” Ezra took Jewel’s hand but stopped short of his office. “If this is too hard for you, Jewel, it’s okay to stay out here until we are finished.” Shaking his head, Jewel whispered, “My place is by your side.” Ezra looked at Jewel and all the little man could see was pride coming from his mate’s eyes. Sl