Brian’s scent was still fresh in the air, so I followed it, and ended up in the hotel’s garage. He was gone I cursed out loudly and almost punched the wall. I shouldn’t have fallen asleep. Where do I begin to look for him? My eyes widened when I felt a presence behind me. Before I could react, large hands grabbed my shoulder and quickly pushed me into a corner. My flames surged up in time, ready for battle, until I smelled him and met his eyes. Josh. Relief flooded through me as I asked him, “What are you doing here? Where is Liah?” “Safe” he answered, and looked at me as if wondering if I had sustained any injury. “I heared you where ambushed” “How did you know?” “I found the mechanic. He was truly terrified and described your powers and what you had done. I knew something

