Chapter Twelve
Diversion
The moment he saw the rifle aimed at him, mind raced. A dozen possible scenarios flashed by, but none of them had a positive ending. He didn"t have to save just Billie"s life, but Brew"s as well. His friend couldn"t fly away, not with an injured wing. And if Brew changed...
His blood flowed like ice in his veins. They were totally outnumbered and outgunned, but he couldn"t begin to imagine what horrors these men would commit on Billie. There was a miniscule chance she might be able escape into the swamp. A very slight chance, but first he had to give her the opportunity.
He had to provide a diversion.
Pud started to drop the eagle and reach for the man"s gun, hoping to catch the others off-guard. Holding the bird at arm"s length, he moved to throw Brew into M
