Burning Both Ends 3 by Shields Ally

Author:Shields, Ally [Shields, Ally]
Language: eng
Format: mobi
Tags: Urban, Vampires, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Witches & Wizards, Paranormal, Romance, Fantasy, Werewolves & Shifters, Paranormal & Urban, Urban Fantasy, Guardian Witch Book Three, Literature & Fiction
ISBN: 9781940223254
Publisher: Etopia Press
Published: 2013-07-17T07:00:00+00:00

Chapter Eleven

It was almost 4:00 a.m. by the time Lilith, two of the weretigers, and Ari reached the bridge near the enemy camp. Ari’s companions were heavily armed; she had the usual silver dagger and derringer, with her pockets full of spells and potions. Her witch blood hummed, her fingers tingled, ready for action.

At first glimpse, the area seemed deserted, but she could feel the power of Otherworld beings. She spotted Gilbert and several wolves huddled in the shadows under the bridge structure. Some were in creature form, but Gilbert had retained his man-shape to handle the assault rifle clutched in his hands. It was equipped with a night scope. He walked over to join her.

“Any news?” Ari kept her voice to a whisper.

Gilbert showed her his cell phone and put it on mute. “We’re keeping an open line with the two scouts near the farm. No change there. They’ve counted at least sixteen, with more inside. Still no sight of Steffan or Fagan, but we can’t get close without risking exposure.” He pointed to his nose.

Yeah, she got it. The wolves’ sense of smell worked for and against both sides. It made sneaking up on them an iffy proposition.

“How far away are your people?” Jena asked.

“About half a mile and using long-range night scopes, but even that’s risky.”

Ari frowned. “An acceptable risk, I gather? Would they pay any attention to the scent of two lone wolves, even if they picked it up?”

Jena and Gilbert looked at each other and shrugged. “Under normal circumstances, probably not,” he said. “But I’d guess they’re being super vigilant tonight.”

“What if we switch them out with tigers?” Lilith broke in with the suggestion. “It would be a different scent. They’ll notice the new arrivals, but as long as the tigers move around and don’t approach the farmhouse, it may not seem suspicious. Lots of Otherworlders hunt in these woods. And the kidnappers will be looking for other wolves, won’t they?”

“It’s a good thought,” Gilbert said, looking at Ari. “Can’t hurt, and they might fall for it.”

“Then let’s do it.” She gave Lilith an approving nod. The lioness had a good head on her shoulders. Andreas should consider a promotion for her when this was over and Lilith returned to Toronto. Ari would miss her.

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