Wolf Charmer (Team Greywolf 2)

“What about Kiara, won’t she expect you at her side while stalking me?”

“Rylee will tell her I’m following a new lead, but going undercover.”

Gaby lifted a brow. “Kiara must think you are making nice with me to bring me in, right?”

“She knows damn well I’m not going to bring you in. Let’s hope she buys Rylee’s story.”

“Kiara must be trying to reach you.”

“She can’t on my secured phone.”

“How good is her army?”

“Not trained in espionage, but well trained for battle. They are part of the royal army. Kiara’s family is known to have the fiercest warriors. Her father Prince Milton was my late father’s devoted friend and not a fan of humans.”

“That’s definitely not good news.”

He sighed. “Especially since I’m on my own. Team Greywolf can’t come to the rescue of a fugitive.”

Gaby sighed. “Please, go. I don’t want to be part of your downfall.”

Steele smiled. “Too late.” He retrieved a small velvet bag from his pocket.

She gawked as two wedding rings sat on top of the black velvet. “You brought them.”

He took her hand and put her ring on, then took his and put it on his finger. “If this doesn’t convince you I’m with you for life, not sure what will.” He smiled. “I love you.”

“I love you, too.”

He kissed her hand and winked. “Time to go.”

Steele slowed the motorboat and parked in front of the cottage they’d rented isolated in the Florida Everglades. He got out, secured the boat on the slip and scanned the area. Water surrounded the vacation home. The only access was by motor boat, included in the overpriced rent. His wolf senses remained on full alert.

Gaby stepped off the boat and smiled. “A perfect hiding place.”

“Or a deathtrap if we’re surrounded.”

“For them not us.” She winked.

“Depending on how many of Tomlin’s assassins he sends. Or worse, Kiara’s killer werewolves.”

“Take a look at my security.” She pointed to the water.

The eyes of numerous alligators popped up from nearly every direction. Although, a seasoned lycan warrior, the presence of the ancient reptiles caused the hairs on the back of his neck to rise. He’d known there were gators in the water, but up close and personal like trained guard dogs, they blew his mind. “Much better than cameras.”

“We’ll just need your wolf ears in case they come by helicopter.”

He drew her in and gazed at her alluring green eyes. “We are a perfect team.”

“As good as Team Greywolf?”

“Better, since our team comes with benefits.” Steele lifted her chin and captured her lips with his. His fervor bittersweet. On seeing her at the airport, he’d wanted to kiss the hell out of her, but making a scene might have drawn front page social media attention. Desire ripped through him. He’d found his mate, but at a high cost. Gaby moaned in pleasure, reassuring he’d made the right decision. He released her. “Shall I carry you over the threshold again?”

She laughed. “Do I have a choice?”

“None.”