TRAVELING

Hu: Shit, I curse myself silently as Ginger’s face pales. How could I forget she was from the Red Pack? I try to steady myself in order to console her because there is no need for both of us to be fidgeting about this problem. “We are going with my brother and enough security.” I grab her hand, rubbing soothing circles on it. Her body relaxes a bit. “Besides, we won’t be staying there, and…” I lean in close to her. “Remember, I promised to protect you. You have my word, and I will not allow him to harm you, or even get close to you.” She looks at me with her face still drawn down. “It isn’t just about him hurting me. The pack holds a lot of memories, and…” she lets out a sigh, withdrawing her hand as she sinks back into the seat. I’m a fucking fool for letting this happen, I say to myself as I attempt to grab her hand again. She lets me. “Then we will make our exit as soon as possible,” I whisper, drawing her close to me. I close the space between us, snaking my arms around her waist a