"So there are six more dark witches out there who want what Morganna wanted." My hand instinctively goes to my stomach. "And I just made myself highly visible by challenging the Council."
"Yes. Which is why we're increasing security and limiting your exposure." Kade's tone brooks no argument. "No traveling outside pack territory without full security detail. No public appearances without advance planning. No—"
"No living like a prisoner in my own life." I cut him off. "I understand being cautious, but I'm not hiding. That just makes me look weak and afraid."
"You are in danger—"
"I'm always in danger. That's the reality of being divine-blooded in a world that wants to use or kill me. But I refuse to let fear control how I live." I soften my tone slightly. "I'll be smart about security.
