Page 39 of The Last Ultimatum: Part 1

“That's confirmed? I knew there was a suspicion, but it's true? Are you saying what I think you're saying? But Chelle's not a witch.”

“I know. But for their next auction they are advertising having the last few dingo shifters in existence up for sale. They have them listed on the extinct animal list.”

“But that’s ridiculous, we aren't even close to extinction. There's half a dozen Tribes, all with strong numbers.”

“I know.”

“So how can they even say that?”

“Because we feel they have a plan to make it happen.”

She froze as the impact of my words sunk in.

“Wh-what?”

“You heard me. And if we're right about this, then you aren't safe in any Tribe territory right now and I cannot do my job knowing that.”

“So what? You're just going to kidnap me or something?”

I snorted. “Yeah nah, that's more Michael's speed than mine.”

I laughed to myself remembering the nightmare he'd caused with that.

“I can put you in a safe house though. One that I trust fully that will allow me to do my job while also knowing you are safe.”

“Where?”

“I want to place you within my Pack.” Well, my family, but I didn't mention that part, nor did I explain that she'd be living with them.

“I doubt anyone will agree to this.”

“When I explain what’s happening to your father, he will.”

“You don't even know him.”

“No, but I know the type.”

I was a psychologist and damn good at my job. I'd sized up her father in mere minutes upon meeting him. He'd agree to this.

“You can't tell him we're um, well, you know.”

“Mates,” I finished for her.

“That,” she squeaked uncomfortably.

“I'll be discreet about it. Only he and I would know where you are, and even then only I would know your exact location.”

“So you're like throwing me in a dungeon or something?”

“No.”

“Then how can you guarantee my safety?”

“Because I would trust them with my life.”

“What Tribe?”

“Huh?”

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