Flagg replied with a toothy grin, squeezing his eyes shut. He shook his head and barked a laugh. “I like you, woman,” he murmured. “It"s always more fun to tame a b***h with spunk.” Valeth settled in behind him as if she meant to let Flagg take the lead. Cowardice or caution? The former seemed like something that Slade would punish. His people were scum, but he needed scum that would get the job done. Flagg came at her. He spun for a hook-kick. Jena ducked and let the man"s foot pass right over her head. She scooted past him, placing herself between him and Valeth. Trapped between both assailants. They would not see that coming. The woman looked up. Jena jumped with a high kick, the tip of her shoe striking Valeth"s chin with enough force to break the jaw of anyone who didn"t carry a

