Chapter 151

The Angel's jaw clenched as he pondered, and I knew I'd made a good point as soon as a shadow of resignation crossed his features. "If I tell you, you can't do anything rash. There are some things you won't like hearing, but if you insist . . ." "I do." "Very well. We will go to the living room; I think it's a good idea for you to sit down." I did as he asked, clasping the mug of tea tightly in my hand. It was warm and soothing against my skin. I felt sweaty and dusty from my day-long trek, and knew I'd need to clean myself up before going anywhere else. Feeling guilty about possibly dirtying his furniture, I tentatively sat on the couch while Raziel leaned against the wall nearby. "I'm only going to tell you the basics. The first thing I learned is what I told Gabriel in the coffee shop." I nodded for him to continue. Raziel looked reluctant but he resumed speaking. "This piece of information presented both