Chapter 26
We arrived at the pack house, sneaking in through a back door where June stood guard. The dark circles under his eyes and the tension in his shoulders told me everything I needed to know about how the last few hours had gone in our absence.
“Welcome back,” he said quietly, looking over his shoulder to ensure we weren't being listened to. “Mason, security's been doubled like you requested. Clara, how's your control?”
“Better,” I said, curving my fingers. “Not perfect, but better.”
June nodded approvingly. “Good. You're going to need it. Things have been complicated since you left.”
He led us through the quiet hallways, informing Mason of the situation in hushed tones. I noticed additional guards at key points around the compound and an air of tension that hadn't been there b
