RIO
I grew nervous instantly.
“What’s wrong?” I asked, wishing I sounded more confident.
“Given the approaching danger, I will be pulled away more often than I’d like, and after meeting with the Sisters and the Carvers, I want you to stay with your family for now. I need to know that while I’m out there, you’re safe.”
“What!” I shouted.
“Let me finish,” he said quietly, though there was nothing harsh in it. Only fear. “The Carvers’ compound is warded with their own magic and cat warriors. No one with vampire blood can enter the territory. Not even the ones masking their essence with charms.”
I blinked. “But— I want to stay with you.”
“I don’t want to be separated either,” Wolf said. “But your safety is the most important thing right now, and this gives you safety to learn your linea
