章 208: TAKEN - PART 4

"I suppose you are right, brother," said Michael sardonically. 

He tossed the dead serpent at Christopher's feet. 

"Your pretty little flower is not as horrible as I imagined her to be. You know, if her attempts at communication with that nasty snake did not work. She was actually determined to kill the beast herself. She is quite a puzzle. Now I see why you're fascinated by the fiery demon."

Pretension dripped from Michael's voice as he conversed with Christopher. 

"Gabriel promised me three moons before you were supposed to return. Why are you here?" Chris cautiously queried his brother. 

To get Christopher's attention, Rose nudged him on the back with her hand. 

"Chris, he's not alone."