Denali I stride out to the Jeeps in front of the hacienda, past the waiting wolves. They’re loading up, getting ready to head to the landing strip and fly out to Santiago’s place. As soon as Nash sees me he heads my way. I meet him boldly, squaring off with him. “Layne just told me the plan. I’m coming with you.” Instead of answering, Nash takes my hand and draws me aside. I wait until we’re a ways away from the rest of the group to repeat myself. “I don’t care what you think. I’m coming with you.” Nash nods. I’m not fooled. The minute he thinks my guard is down, he’ll lock me in a dungeon to make sure I’m safe. I’m told the hacienda has one. “Nash. I’m a lioness. I’m a fighter too. Besides, no one knows Nolan’s scent like I do.” I want to curl into a ball and weep at the thought of m

