Zyaire The second moon appeared in the sky. As soon as I had left Rayne with the females in my brother’s care, I became restless. I was crazy with the all-consuming possessiveness I had towards her. She was my true mate. My body’s physical changes couldn’t be ignored. I was supposed to rescue my brother, not find a mate. The cool air felt soothing against my skin. I was perched high in the tree, camouflaged against its brown branches. My nose twitched and I stilled as the familiar scent drifted to me. “I thought they might be here but saw no sign of them. Do you think the alien really killed the other two?” he asked. “Sammy, it doesn’t make a difference. The Vrakkil will be here soon.” Sammy was a tall and lanky man, with a short blonde haircut. He jerked and quivered every time he he

