Axel
The compound gates came into view as we rode back. My bike's engine was still warm under me, but something felt off. The air felt thick with tension I could taste.
I'd spent the last three hours patrolling the outer roads with Rika, Jordan, and a few others. Waiting for Jace and Eden to get back with news. They'd insisted on going alone to check out those murders.
Eden had made some excuse about needing Jace's help. Something about his "strategic mind." But I'd seen the way she looked at him. The way she avoided my eyes when I asked questions.
And Jace? He'd seemed almost happy about it. Too happy in fact.
I killed the engine and pulled off my helmet. The compound was buzzing with activity. More than usual.
"Alpha," Dante called from the main hall steps. "Your woman's been aski
