Chapter 74: Secret societies **Sophie’s POV “I get that security needs to be tight for you guys right now,” Stan says to no one in particular, as he can’t see anyone, “But is the blindfold actually necessary?” Poor man. I really hope that when August asked Stan to come help us find out about the Bane of Wolves that he warned him about the blindfolded drive. He and Levi decided that if he was to come to our home, we needed additional security measures. It’s not because we don’t trust him. It’s better for Stan if he doesn’t know where we are, in case he is questioned. “You can remove the blindfold now, Stan,” my husband tells him, with sympathy,“We’re here. And I am sorry about that.” Stan removes it and looks around. He shrugs. He doesn’t seem especially rattled by the circumstances he has found himself in. In fact, he actually seems to be enjoying himself. “No worries,” he tells my husband with a grin,“I get it. You need to stay safe. And this is th
Chapter 75: On the same side **Levi’s POV “Wow, this is amazing,” Stan says contentedly, “Thank you so much for inviting me to dinner!” Stan is so happy it’s heartwarming. And my mom seems to be having a great time talking to him about the Knights Templar and his idea of where the Holy Grail might be. “We’re happy to have you,” I tell him truthfully, “And besides, finding someone who can speculate with my mother about what really happened that Friday the 13th with the Knights Templar is terrific for all of us. I mean, I know a little about it, but my knowledge is nowhere near as- exhaustive as yours, that’s for sure!” “He knows EVERYTHING,” my mother exclaims happily, “Where have you been hiding this delightful man?” I’m thinking that he’s probably just been hanging out in a library somewhere. However, I like Stan, and I don’t want to take a chance on hurting his feelings. “Amber and I only just met Stan recently, but we’re very glad we did
Chapter 76: Hot- headed **Amber’s POV “Now what’s going on? Is that knocking,” I ask my husband, “At four in the morning? Seriously? Who comes to the door at this hour? How many people know that we live here now?” I groan and pull a pillow over my head. Unbelievable. This place is supposed to be secret! How secret can it be if people are pounding on my door constantly? “My love, it’s your brother,” my husband says in exasperation, without even opening his eyes, “I can hear him muttering to himself.” “Amber! Levi,” Ivan yells, “ We need to talk!” Yes, it’s him all right. He resumes knocking. I sigh. “Go back to sleep Levi,” I tell my mate, resigned to the situation, I”ll talk to him. You handled more than enough of this last night.” “Apparently I didn’t, or he wouldn’t be here right now,” my husband says, getting up despite both his frustration and what I’ve told him, “By the Goddess this had better be good.” I run down the stairs an
Chapter 77: A bad feeling**Amber’s POV “Do you think he can control his temper long enough to do this,” Levi asks me about Ivan, with concern in his voice, “I know that he wants to help, but do you think he’s capable of it?” I can see why my mate is worried. Ivan has always been a little high strung. And they almost came to blows the other night. However, I have faith in my brother. He has never let me down when I needed him most. “I do, my love,” I tell my mate, “In fact, I know he can. He might have a bit of a temper-” “Might have a temper,” Levi says, “Really, my love?” My husband raises his eyebrows for emphasis, and I can’t help but laugh. “Ok, yes, he has a temper,” I tell him, conceding his point, “Ivan will be the very first one to admit that. However, he knows the seriousness of what we are trying to do. He won’t let us down. I know he won’t. Besides, if I didn’t think he could do it I would have forbidden him from participating.”
Chapter 78: Going wolf hunting **Levi’s POV “I don’t know who this guy was, but I can tell you one thing,” I tell my mate, “He won’t be going wolf hunting ever again.” As I stare at his corpse, it angers me that this evil man took his own life before I could question him. He was a human man, not a shifter. He bears the symbol of that evil organization on his wrist. Proof that Sebastian is connected to these hunters somehow. I shake my head and refocus my attention. My wife is the most important thing in my world, and her brother was just nearly killed. “How’s Ivan feeling,” I say, concerned for her brother, ”Is he ok? That was a pretty close call.” “Yes, thank you my love,” she answers, with relief, “He’s feeling better now. He thinks that he cracked a rib, but he’ll be fine. He’s having a stiff drink and relaxing with Hellhound.” He deserves to relax after what he’s been through. It’s not every day you get shot with a silver bullet while trying to a
Chapter 79: Nothing but vengeance **Sebastian’s POV “Sebastian, you have failed us,” the boss informs me, with an air of disappointment,”You told us that this plan was foolproof. Now our man is dead, and you’ve ruined our opportunity to kill the brother. They will be on their guard now.” This is the phone call that I’ve been dreading. I didn’t anticipate Ivan getting away. I thought I had him. I knew that idiot would show up for his beloved sister. My guy had silver bullets and the element of surprise. And Ivan’s temper always gets the better of him. I assumed he would get so angry that he wouldn’t be able to think clearly. How the hell did this happen? I need to fix this or I’m never going to get what I deserve! “I’m sorry, boss. It was a miscalculation,” I tell him, and I am, “I won’t make the same mistake again.” “You better not, if you want to live, wolf,” the boss warns me, anger radiating through the phone, “That went so badly that I’m starting to w
Chapter 80: Savages **Levio’s POV “Andew, ensure that the prisoners are secure, and take them to my office for questioning,”I tell him, “I need to take care of something. I’ll report back later. And tell no one about what you just showed me until I say so.” “Roger that, Levi,” Andrew responds, “I’ve got your back.” I can’t even tell the rest of my team what I’ve learned until I talk to the person whose name is on that piece of paper. Andrew showed me deed to the hunters’ property. It was well- hidden in a file cabinet. It’s pretty impressive that Andrew managed to find it. I sprint to my car and drive directly to August’s house. I am so angry that I’m still shaking with rage when I pull up. “AUGUST,” yell at the door letting my fury rage unchecked, “GET OUT HERE NOW!”I pound on the door, screaming at the top of my lungs. I realize, dimly, that I now sound like a lunatic. But I don’t care. His name. His name was on the deed. August owns the buil
Chapter 81: Benefit of the doubt **Levi’s POV “I can’t trust August right now,” I tell Andrew, “I want to. I don’t want to believe that he’s capable of this, but I’m just not sure. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your help in moving back to our own house.” We are moving the last of the boxes back to our home. I just couldn’t stomach the idea of living in that place when I no longer trust the person who owns it. I’m grateful that Amber went along with this whole thing. I’m pretty sure that she thinks I’m overreacting, and I may be. But better safe than sorry. “Where do you want the dishes, boss,” Andrew asks me, tiredly, “This is the last of it.” “Thank you, just put them down here,” I tell him, “I’ll put them in the kitchen later. Go get some rest. You’ve worked hard today, and I greatly appreciate your help.” “No problem,” Andrew responds, with obvious relief. “Hey, do you know who’s on guard duty tonight?” “Yes, it’s Stevenson and Pau