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The other Kings are speechless. As of now, none of us really know what’s going on or who it is we’re dealing with. The packlands are being fed lies. They’re saying that we created fake files to take the city because Santiago rejected a lowly omega. They’re saying we murdered them because I seduced Ragnar into it. The press is having a whole lot of fun with this If Aurora hadn’t been with me, I doubt they would believe what I saw. Once again, I’m nothing more than a low–rank whore.
“We’re having the shadow’s skin tested. I think we need to consider our choices here. King Baldr says, addressing the others. He had one of his guys run the thing in my backpack before I could get out of the car once we arrived. “Do we have the body cam footage ready?”
It’s a bit dark, and the others aren’t in the shot because of how we were taking cover to avoid getting spotted, but what is happening is pretty clear. I sit back with the notes I take when I’m studying with Eli.
I have a few things on shadow wolves here because they’re not part of the packlands, and they’re not rogues. They function as packs or work for the alphas. This has never happened before.
There are several types of shadow wolves, and these skin walker ones are the most dangerous. They can copy any being. Animals, vampires, wolves, incubi, lycan. humans, as long as they obtain their DNA. It can be injected or orally administered.
We need to bring everyone in for this,” the incubus king says. “This is an international threat. The elders need to be made
aware.
That is the perfect way to inform them we know.” I roll my eyes. The moment I realize what I just did. I sit up and look over to him. “Sorry
“She’s right.” King Baldr sighs. “And don’t apologize, Sweetness. A soul–sucking demon like him is beneath you. As most usually are.”
‘As of now, we all have a common enemy. This can’t get out. We have special ops for this. I say we catch us some dogs,” Ragnar glares at his father.
You little mother fucker, the Incubus King laughs while pointing his accusing finger at Ragnar. “You have been nipping at everyone’s fucking ankles since you changed the legal age rights for the military. This is exactly what you wanted.”
Not exactly, he smiles. “And if I recall, you were the one who instigated the fight between my father and the ancient civilization walking over there,” he uses air quotes. I literally just apologized for rolling my eyes, and he’s mocking the man. I told you guys something was wrong.”
You saw how fast that thing shifted. There’s no way for us to track them, the vampire king shakes his head.
I can do it.” I raise my hand. Everyone turns to look at me, and suddenly I feel a little dizzy.
You can track them?”
‘I can track the water in their system. I just need to get some of my water into them,” I say, looking up at Ragnar
‘Explain,‘ he sneers. “What the fuck does that mean?”
“Well, I um. Remember when Lady Polucci threatened you, and I threatened to kill her if she ever tried to do something like that again? I used my sweat to channel the water in her body, and when I saw her agam. I was still there I am still there by the properties in water. They store memories that kind of thing. I explain He sits back. secusingly impressed
“You threatened Anastasia Polucci and lived? the vampire king asks
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“They’re best friends now,” King Baldr scoffs.
“We have cute tea dates,” I nod. Even when I don’t have a say in them.
“I want to go on tea dates,” Aurora says, standing up abruptly. “You have to give me your number now.”
“Rory,” her father hisses at her. “You forget yourself.”
She lets out an exasperated sigh and drops back into her seat beside him. I wiggle my fingers and quietly give her my number. She smiles and immediately texts me a happy face. I save her contact and look up at Ragnar, who has a little smile on his face, but the moment he faces the others, he’s completely stoic.
“How close do you have to get?” the incubus king asks.
“Anyone of us could get it to them. It just has to make contact with their skin. I haven’t tested how far I have to be. However, it was about a hundred yards when I felt Anastasia enter my area of detection. I don’t know if I could channel from that distance, though.”
“It’s getting early,” the vampire King nods. “You need to figure out how close you need to be to channel water or whatever it is you do. Let’s meet again tonight.”
“I agree,” the Incubus King agrees. “It’s been a very long night.”
The drive back to the castle is silent. I think they’ve all spent their time thinking about killing each other, but never thought about what things would be like if they had ever succeeded in taking one of them out. Now two are gone. Just like that.
“We’re going to have to see how far you have to be to channel the water in someone’s system,” Ragnar says as soon as we get
home.
“I can spit on you if you like,” I say, trying to lighten the mood. He pauses and spins around to look at me with a grin.
“You have been a little shit all night,” he growls playfully.
“I don’t know what you’re talking about,” I laugh. I reach into my backpack to retrieve my laptop and wash my charger since it was in the pocket I stuffed that face in. I reach for my phone to call Elize.
“My lady,” she answers immediately. Her tone alarms me.
“Is everything okay? Why do you sound so spooked?” I ask. Ragnar stops what he’s doing.
“I was told you were okay, but hearing your voice helps more. Forgive me,” she sighs.
“No, no. I should have checked in sooner. Are you okay?”
“You shouldn’t be the one asking me that question, my love. Are you okay?”
“I am. Thank you for worrying. I’ve been safe this whole time. You know me.”
“I do,” she laughs fondly. “What can I help you with?”
“Do you remember when we were talking about the shadow wolves?”
“I do.”
“I have a couple of questions. You said that they have to ingest the DNA of their targeted skin.”
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“That is correct, my lady.”
“Does the blood have to be fresh? Like from a living person?”
“It does. Yes. In order for the blood to take, the person they desire to shadow must still be alive. It’s like a pact between the two. Even if the other isn’t aware.”
“Okay,” I nod, looking up at Ragnar. “My final question is, if I were to put my DNA inside one of those things to be able to channel the water inside of them, would they be able to turn into me?”
“Yes,” she says. “And they would have access to your power because of it. It’s not only a pact with the face, but the very essence of the individual. I don’t recommend working with the shadow wolves, my lady. The older the wolf is, the less it recognizes who or what it is.”
“Final question, how is she doing?” I ask.
“It is as you said, she is brilliant and driven. She hasn’t said much, but she is being polite. I don’t think you have anything to worry about,” she reassures me.
“I never doubted her. I know exactly what she’s capable of. It’s why I wanted you to talk to her. You know Ivar can be cruel when he wants.”
“Oh, yes,” she sighs. “I do know how he is. Be safe, my lady. Blessed be.”
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
