“Babysitter?” I repeat, raising a brow. “I don’t remember volunteering to watch children.” For a moment, Elise doesn’t speak as she takes me in, and when a smile begins to spread across her face, I feel my heart do a flip. “So you aren’t always uptight.” She says, locking her gaze with mine. “That
[Elise’s POV] Shock rolls through me as my head presses against William’s firm chest and the sound of his heartbeat invades my ears. What was this? What was he doing? As these thoughts appear, his strong hand comes to rest on my back and begins to rub gentle circles. The action is both soothing an
[Denali’s POV] I sit alone, listening to the sounds of movements outside of my door while cradling Serenity against me. Even though I wanted to get up and help with dealing with the funerals for those who were killed by my father’s evil scheme, I knew that I was still much too weak, especially afte
[Rosco’s POV] “She’s being protected just fine.” The words are out of my mouth before I can stop, and as I reach my father, a look of amusement crosses his features. “Not well enough.” That is all he says before he begins to move, making his way out of the room and back down the hall where my mo
[Rosco’s POV] My father doesn’t speak as he examines me carefully. It’s almost like he is wondering if I knew the answer and just wanted to hear it from his mouth. “Are you really asking me that?” He finally says, relaxing in his seat. “Isn’t it obvious?” “Obvious how?” I demand. “You threatened
[William’s POV] I sit quietly, watching Aunt Naomi sleep peacefully. After waiting for Elise to leave, I came back into this room to keep an eye on her until my uncle returned. Once I was sure that she had protection, I would head to mine and Elise’s meeting spot. Sighing, I let Charlie’s words be
Nodding, Uncle Hamilton doesn’t say another word as I head out of the infirmary and begin to make my way out of the large packhouse around me. By this point, the sun had already set and the moon was shining brightly in the sky. I could only hope that Elise managed to escape. Since leaving her, I fo
[William’s POV] Make it worth her while. The words are almost laughable coming from Elise. Who was she to even name a price when she really had no other choice? “If you aren’t willing, then I will…” “What makes you think you’re in a position to say that?” Maybe I was being rude, but I needed to