going to like the answer, Roan asked, “How bad is the woman hurt?”
“She’s dead, Roan. Nearly torn to pieces. ”
It took all of Roan’s considerable willpower not to give in to his anger. He slowly counted to ten, breathing deep and even until the rage passed to a simmer. When he was sure he could speak without growling, he continued.
“How?”
“He went feral. Tristan and Cole have been keeping tabs on him like you wanted. So , when he left last night and picked up the hooker, they followed him to a sleazy motel and waited for him to finish. Kyle and Morgan showing up an hour later set off all kinds of warning bells. Cole got pictures and Tristan got video of the three carrying out a body covered in a bloody sheet. It was dark, but you can still make it out on the photos and video.”
“Tristan and Cole follow ed to w h ere they took the body?”
“Yeah. They made a note of where it was dumped and took more pictures and video.”
“The motel room?”
“Tristan and Cole went back to clean what those three idiots missed and to get more evidence.”
“Good.” Taking another calm breath, Roan made a decision. “It’s time, Dane.”
A startled gasp sounded over the line. “Are you sure, Roan?”
“Positive. You know my father wanted this, but there was never a right time. Boone committing murder of a human has definitely changed that. Plus , other news.” He then went on to tell Dane about Rivera and all that entailed.
“Congrats, Roan.” Dane’s deep voice conveyed his happiness for Roan. “You do know that Boone and his cronies will use her un-shifted state against you. The asshole won’t be able to help himself.”
“I’m not worried about it. She’s my True Mate . Besides, murdering a human and the consequences of that will be enough for him to deal with. Whether or not my True Mate can shift is none of his concern.”
Dane snorted at that. “No doubt. So, did you get it?”
“Was there any question?”
A whoop of laughter rang out over the line causing Roan to smile.
“Any problems?”
“Hardly.” Roan chuckled. “The IRS doesn’t fool around when money is owed.”
Dane laughed. “You going to wear it when we’re all there to witness you giving Boone and the Montgomery’ s theirs and raking Kyle and Morgan over the coals?”
“Hmm, that sounds like an excellent idea. I’ ll even have Sasha wear hers.” Nothing like a united front.
“Man, the looks on their faces when they see both torques will be priceless.” Dane’s voice was gleeful.
“And I expect all of Omega Squad here in the states to be at the Montana house. You can contact the others in Europe, Australia, and Japan and give them the heads up.”
“Alright, Roan. But…are you sure? Really sure?”
“All of you have hidden in the shadows long enough, cousin. It’s past time you came into the light.”
A whoosh of air sounded loud in Roan’s ear. “Okay, we’ll be there. I’ll call the Squad leaders for Europe, Australia, and Japan tonight.”
“Excellent. I’ll have a conference call set up for them when the time comes. And make sure you bring everything on Boone and the boys. Wouldn’t want him to think I’m ignorant of just what he’s been up to.”
“You got it. And…thanks.”
Roan smiled. “See you in the morning, cuz.”
Dane chuckled. “Yeah, yeah.” He then hung up.
After Roan put the phone in his pocket, he went back into the cabin wearing a big grin. Putting Rivera’s bag inside the door to his room, he checked on her, making sure she was okay, and then went to the kitchen. His True Mate would be hungry when she woke up and he wanted to make sure she ate. After h e set out the ingredients for meatloaf and creamed potatoes, he got to work.
C hapter Five
Rivera awoke slowly. Her nose told her she wasn’t in her own bed and food was cooking. Her ears picked up movement along with the music of
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