by Jes Battis
“I don’t understand.”
I laid my CORE badge on top of the gun.
“I quit.”
I walked out with Lucian and Ru. Derrick met me at the foot of the stairs. I looked into his bright face and was once again astonished by what an amazing person he was, and how much I loved him.
“What just happened?”
I kissed his cheek. “I just completely screwed us over.”
About the Author
Jes Battis was born in Vancouver, British Columbia. He teaches and writes in Regina, Saskatchewan. Visit his website at www.authorjesbattis.com.
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Kate Daniels may have quit the Order of Knights of Merciful Aid, but she’s still knee-deep in paranormal problems. Or she would be if she could get someone to hire her. Starting her own business has been more challenging than she thought it would be—now that the Order is disparaging her good name. Plus, many potential clients are afraid of getting on the bad side of the Beast Lord, who just happens to be Kate’s mate.
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