(Mason’s POV) Nick got out of the car after that and I sat there wondering what that holy h*ll that meant. I was just about to ask Jessie when I got a glimpse of her face. She didn’t look so good. She rested her head back against the headrest as she sighed and I asked, “Jess? You okay?” “No, not really. But I will be.” She answered and I nodded as I asked, “First time?” She laughed wryly a little before saying, “Yeah, no. I've lived and worked with pack wolves, then was on the run for five years, Mason. Mercenaries, no less. You think Maureen was my first kill?” I was a little confused by that. I distinctly remember Nick saying she’s never killed anyone before. “But back at the warehouse, Nick said…” “...I know what he said. He was goading you, d*mba**” She interrupted me then laughed.

