Chapter 38: CORD

The whistle came not long after, announcing the arrival of my brothers and I answered before going to Davey's room. Lo was the first one through the window, followed by the others. "Who's home with the women?" As much as I appreciated them coming, I couldn't forget we were on high fucking alert back at the compound.

"Ours are fine-we made sure of that. How's yours doing?"

"She'll be fine but she's not staying here after tonight." I kissed her forehead and put her away from me. "Go with my brothers baby, I'll be right back."

"Where are you going?" She clung to me, making my heart jump in my chest. I hated the fear in her eyes, hated that this shit had touched her. Too fucking close. "I have to make a run, you're okay baby look at me." I clasped her face between my hands and looked into her eyes, something else I was teaching her to do is read me. After her slight nod, I turned to my brother. "Ty I need a hand."

"What do you need brother?" I motioned him towards the hallway, and