Chapter 196

** Paige’s POV ** I move toward the kitchen, not waiting for anyone to guide me or usher me. I want to get this over with, to feel like we are actively taking steps to put an end to this rather than waiting for the hunters to make their next move. As we enter, Ronnie steps through the back door. Behind him, Nina hovers with Blaine, both looking calm but alert. We settle in the kitchen. Ryder on my left, Remy on my right. Callen leans against the counter behind me, and Parker slides into the seat beside Jake. Poppy claims the place across from me as if she wants to stare down the problem herself, and stands behind her. Ronnie’s eyes find mine. “Well. Dawn mother.” “Paige,” I warn softly. “Paige,” he corrects with a teasing smile. I clear my throat and cut straight to it. “Nina,” I say. “You said a human girl was involved. Someone the hunters called the university girl.” Nina nods. “Yes.” “Do you know exactly what she was feeding them?” “Not everything. I only heard snippets.” Her voice