“He has something personal to take care of today. He’ll be off the island for the day and back tonight,” Kendrick said. Annabelle nodded and didn’t ask any further. Jax had done this before—when he wasn’t needed, he would go off to handle his own affairs. As for what those affairs were, Kendrick never seemed to ask, so Annabelle didn’t think too much about it either. Still, she couldn’t help but recall Jax’s past and wonder whether those enemies who had once hunted him were still active. “Let’s go eat.” Kendrick took her hand and led her toward the dining area, explaining their plans for the day as they walked. “After breakfast, we’ll take Little Yellow Dog for a walk. Then at noon, we’ll visit the old butler who hosted you last time. I’ve already let him know you’re coming—he was ve

