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“Never mind. Grayson and I are going to join the Continental Alliance. We talked about it and agreed that it was the best course of action since it will allow us to dig deeper into what they’re up to.”
“Are you sure that’s wise?”
“No, but the decision has been made.”
“Just like that.”
“It wasn’t easy. Gray and I are both uneasy about it.”
“Then don’t do it. I didn’t join when they invited me to have a seat on their board.”
“Wait. What?”
“That day at Adams Falls. Mason Kennedy offered me a seat on the board since I’m a legacy.”
“Again. Backup. He’s known who you are this whole time?”
“I don’t know. He claims he didn’t, but the man is cunning. I don’t trust him and neither should you.”
“Never said I did. I know what I’m doing. Wade agreed this is the best way to gather intel.”
As if suddenly realizing her hair was a mess, she reached back and removed her ponytail holder then ran her fingers through the long strands. “If you’re in, I’m taking that seat on the board.”
“No. You’re not. It’s too dangerous.”
“Only one of us works in law-enforcement, Gavin, and it isn’t you.”
“Sam, please don’t do this to me.” His eyes pleaded with her to understand. “It’s too risky for you to have any contact with them without one of us present.”
“Yes. I get it, Gavin. You have a god complex. Think it’s your duty to protect me because I’m a woman.”
“No, Samantha. Not because you’re a woman, because I care about you. Every part of my being wants to keep you safe.”
“I care about you, too, but you didn’t even bother to run any of this by me before you and Gray made your plans. Instead, you just stop by to tell me it’s a done deal. You’ve already decided.”
“You’re right. I should’ve come to you first.”
“You can do whatever you want it’s not like I’m your girlfriend.” She stood and walked to the door. He followed.
At the door, his eyes searched hers hoping to find a hint of warmth, but she’d closed herself off. “Please don’t go there. I’m begging you.”
“And did it make a lick of difference when I asked you not to join their ranks?” Instead of answering, he walked through the front door. Maybe he couldn’t stop her from making a huge mistake, but he could be there to catch her if she fell.
Masonleanedagainstthedoor to the bridal suite as his newest wife, Katarina, fixed the bride’s hair.
“I won’t do this.”
“Ah, sweet, Emmaline, you will. You see, at this very moment, several of my men are picking up Victoria Mae and taking her to a party. At the party, she might have a few drinks. Whether she makes it home safely tonight is entirely up to you. Your cooperation will ensure your little sister has the chance to finish high school.”
“Why are you doing this?”
“Because God gave men the authority to control women. You, my dear, are property. Right now your technically your father’s property, but he let you join a sorority.” He shook his head. ”That fateful decision, led you to me. Now, if you’d only obeyed your instructions to grab that ledger for me, you wouldn’t be here today, but disobedient young ladies must pay the price of the failures.”
Katarina handed her a tissue, and she wiped away her tears. “What was so important about that ledger?”
“Your father was keeping track of my business, and I decided it was time for that to end.” He squatted in front of her and ran his hand down the length of silk clad arm. “I did manage to get it, by the way, without your help.” He lifted her hand off her lap and held it to his chest. “Now that I have it, your dad will be eliminated.”
She gasped.
