Lucian was certain that everyone knew he wouldn't. He ran through the tunnel portions he could, but he soon got to a spot where he had to crawl. The aroma of Freya and Ravena lingered in the passageway. When he scented Ravena's terror, he gritted his teeth. Joe was also giving off a panicky odor. Good. Lucian hoped he was shaking with terror. Damned cowardly man lupus garou who needed a weapon to protect himself. Lucian's gut churned at the thought of Freya being here with Joe.He crawled on his hands and knees into the tiny, low-ceiling tunnel, seeing Ravena's flesh being ripped apart by the rough-edged pebbles. Joe, you're a jerk. Freya, how could she have done it? He would have witnessed whatever damage she had sustained. Unless they normally enter another method. Sure. Sam claimed that the other tunnel was easier to navigate. Joe had used the cave nearest to town this time since he was hoping to evade Lucian and his men.When Lucian arrived at the cave, he climbed out, but there w

"Wait up, boss." Sam started climbing back up. "She is unable to gain a foothold."She wished she could leap down to the bottom of the cliff and be cushioned by the snow."Try to grab anything, Ravena." Sam will assist you."Everyone watched as Sam ascended below Ravena, the wind-driven snow buffeting her and threatening to drag her away from the jagged rocks. But she was unable to go down or to either side. She wondered whether Freya had come this far. How could she have done it? However, the snow and ice may have made a difference."Put your right foot in my hand, and I'll guide you to a shelf," Sam enticingly said."I'll pull the rest of you off the mountain." Ravena's voice trembled, despite her best efforts to keep it together for Lucian.The bitch of a pack leader was powerful. Not a frightened wuss. But her arms and legs were tiring by the second, and her fingers and toes were already frozen from the cold. She'd be at the bottom of the mountain by now if she'd had viable foot a

"Watch what you say, Chester McKinley.""Of course, Chester," Ravena answered after a minute of silence. I see what you're saying. I came here to find Lucian, but first I had to get rid of my sister."“Exactly. My argument is that Lucian's brothers are also suspects. If you want to go that far, Lucian himself. What about Sheridan, the sheriff? He hasn't had a vacation in five years, and then he goes on one?""Wait a blamed minute," Uncle Sheridan exclaimed. "I've earned that damned vacation.""Not to mention, Uncle Sheridan wanted to get out of town before the second annual fair arrived," Jake explained.Chester offered his hands in peace. "I'm saying we shouldn't look only at those we suspect, but also at those who appear to be above suspicion." Maintain an open mind. In this business, I have no choice. But it's easy for me because I don't know anyone in town.""I'm not looking into Ravena, my brothers, or Uncle Sheridan, and if this is the kind of nonsense—"Chester furrowed his bro

"She's going to be a headache." "However, she might be able to use her abilities to warn us before whoever murdered Freya strikes at Ravena again," Lucian remarked.A rap on the door was heard.“Yes?” Lucian inquired sternly.Ravena pushed open the door, her face tense."Where has Carol gone?" Lucian inquired as he exited the office. He was certain that if given the chance, the woman would escape. She didn't look to be a fighter.Ravena seized his arm. "Lucian, Silva is here to assist her with the pies." Carol, on the other hand, had a... premonition. A bunch of men is on their way to see you. They're upset, but they're not the actual issue. Another group intends to break into a bedroom and kidnap me. She has no idea what occurs next, just that disaster is on its way."When Lucian's phone rang, Tom took it off the desk. “Yeah?” His face clouded as he gazed up at Lucian. "Uncle Sheridan claims he was unable to keep the reds at Hastings B&B. "They're on their way."She raised a shoulder

Leidolf kissed Ravena on the cheek, and she seemed to hold her breath, pale and self-conscious."So it seems," Leidolf remarked, his voice strong and intimidating. "I had planned on bringing Ravena home to my pack."Ravena exhaled deeply. "Are you going to Wildhaven?" "You're going to lead them now?""No, not in Oregon." My mother and father have joined me. In Wildhaven, Uncle Hrothgar will face the pack. Will you accompany me?" He grabbed a soft grip on her arm as if to convince her to follow him."No, Leidolf." Her cheeks flushed, and she yanked her arm free of his clutches. "You abandoned us two years ago!" We could have used your assistance! Do you think you can come in here and dictate to me now that you're the pack leader? That'd be the day.""All right, that's resolved. Several prime-aged reds joined the group in search of a mate and were quite intrigued when I mentioned my sister was available, however..." Leidolf shrugged and gave Lucian a sour look.So, had Leidolf already p