Chapter Twenty-Three
Permanently
“There’s talk in the market about an assassin showing up at the meeting.” Janelle watched her son as she waited for an answer or remark. When none came after a reasonable amount of time, she moved closer, placed her hands on the edge of the small table where Rafe was perusing a map, and leaned in. “Did you actually think the man had a chance to follow through?”
“It doesn’t matter what I think. Neither does it matter that he failed. D’Jacques may still be alive, but now he’s more aware of the burden he’s brought upon himself.”
“Which means he’ll be twice as vigilant! It was a stupid move!”
“On the contrary, mother.” He speared her with a dark look. She knew it well. He was two steps away from striking her. “My stupid move did exactly what I intended it
