CHAPTER SIXTEEN
Julien emerged from the trees in front of us with a curious smile on his lips. The puppy leapt between Julien and me and began to bark. The hackles on the back of his neck, too, were raised and his tail was as stiff as a post.
Julien stopped and eyed the dog with confusion and curiosity. “What have we here? A wanderer from the other side of the Veil?”
“A guest,” I told him as I stooped and scooped the pup into my arms. The dog stopped barking, but I keep feel the low rumble of a growl from deep inside him.
Julien eyed the dog with some trepidation. “He does not appear to have taken a liking to me.”
“He’s just shy,” I assured him as I scratched behind the pup’s ear. My action soothed the savage beast, though he still felt stiff in my arms.
Duncan lifted an eyebr
