“She stays exactly where she is,” I said, my voice dropping into a lethal, completely detached cadence that promised absolute violence. Giving in entirely to my instincts, I wrapped both of my arms firmly around Callie’s waist and pulled her fully into my chest, locking her securely against my body.
“My apologies, Harper,” Ace drawled, though his silver eyes blazed with unapologetic possessiveness. “But she seems quite comfortable. We wouldn’t want to disturb her.”
Harper swallowed hard, slowly sinking back into her seat. Her eyes were wide with shock as she stared at the shadows writhing defensively around the table.
Callie didn’t seem to notice the lethal standoff happening inches from her head. Her hazy violet eyes had locked onto the dark, swirling mist currently curling around Ace’
