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“It would have been killed eventually, Evie. No one would have allowed it its freedom. But it’s proof that HFE is creating all kinds of creatures and experimenting with them.”
I went still. I couldn’t even begin to imagine what else HFE was doing in those labs.
A knock sounded on the door, and my heart flipped when Nathaniel strolled in, nodding at my uncle.
Eachann’s eyes narrowed as he glanced between us. “You’ve mated,” he said softly. “I thought something was different when I saw you.” He glanced at me, and I fought the urge to hunch my shoulders. Nathaniel was mine. Even if one of my two remaining family members didn’t approve.
Nathaniel took a single step closer. “Are we going to have a problem?”
Eachann ignored him, which was impressive since my mate was currently radiating threat. My uncle studied my face.
“You chose him?”
“Yes. I’ll always choose him.”
Eachann sighed. “I’d planned to introduce you to a powerful unseelie boy I know. Royal line.”
Nathaniel bared his teeth in a vicious snarl. I gave him a look. He knew Eachann was no threat.
Turning my attention back to my uncle, I frowned. “Do you have to push him?”
Eachann grinned. “I must. It’s my job. Your father would expect no less.” His face sobered at the mention of his brother. “You’ll protect her.” He addressed Nathaniel this time, and it was my turn to scowl.
“With my life.”
“I can protect myself,” I muttered sullenly. Both men ignored me, and I ground my teeth.
“Fine.” Eachann strolled toward the door. “I have work to do. Let me know when you’re ready to hit the labs.”
I sat on the sofa, rubbing at the back of my neck. It was strange, suddenly having more family. That reminded me…
“What’s wrong?” Nathaniel sat next to me, wrapping his arm around my shoulders. I took a single moment to bury my head in his chest, soaking up his scent.
“Nothing. I just need to talk to my sister.”
Kyla had told me she’d send a message to Danica when we got back, letting her know we were okay. I should’ve been the one to do that.
“I don’t like the guilt you’re feeling,” Nathaniel said, and I pulled back, squinting at him.
“Butt out.”
“I don’t think so.”
I wiggled out of his arms, my mood darkening at the realization that I was only free because he’d allowed it.
“I’ve had quite enough posturing from the males in my life today.” I scowled.
Surprisingly, Nathaniel grinned. “Forgive me, my love. I can’t help it.”
I rolled my eyes, but butterflies danced in my stomach atmy love.
“I thought you had work to do.”
He got to his feet. “I did. I was driving past, and the bond told me you needed me.”
“How come I can’t feel you like that?”
He just raised one eyebrow. “Perhaps you should ask yourself that question.”
