chapter 34(2)

The murderous look on his face is evident. He wants blood. Valen nods to him in a silent message. You will get it. “You’re okay,” Marcus whispers to her, tears slipping down his face as he rocks her. “We’re gonna be okay,” he whispers repeatedly to her, using his mate bond to soothe her as she sobs against him. ‘Derrick?’ I mind-link Valen. “Hunting his son.” ‘He had no idea?’ I ask. ‘No. I Commanded him—he had no idea. Apparently, Amber left Micah and took another as a mate. He’s hardly seen his son since. Said he hasn't been of sound mind.’ I nod, clenching my teeth. He will pay for what he’s done, and so will Carter for allowing it. We know he didn’t touch her because his scent wasn't on her, but there were two more. I just pray Ava isn’t being subjected to the same thing. “I need to go. Can you watch Zoe? I’ll be back soon,” Macey whispers to me. My brows furrow but I nod to her—she probably wants to get changed out of her blood-soaked clothes. “Are you heading home?” I ask and she