I let out a warning growl as I stepped forward and squared my shoulders. I had never been afraid of Ashton — my brother, he was another story — but Ashton was just a bully who relied on the power given to him by his powerful alpha. Alone, he was nothing. I had never faced him one on one, but without those four at his back, I was positive I could take him down. I had enough rage inside me right now to tear him to pieces. “What is the meaning of this?” I asked, glancing at the body in its grip. I recognized the man — he was one of the sentries currently on duty. Upon a second look, I realized his face was a mess of cuts and bruises, but he was breathing and his heart was beating. “I wired you the money even though it was more than what was agreed on. And I told you not to come here agai

