Nameless by Jenkins Jennifer

Author:Jenkins, Jennifer [Jenkins, Jennifer]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: teen, Young Adult, Survival Stories, Science Fiction, Romance, Fantasy
Publisher: Month9Books, LLC
Published: 2015-10-05T22:00:00+00:00

Back in his room, Gryphon’s head sank into his pillow as he labored to steady his nerves. Just as he closed his eyes to rest, three solid knocks sounded at the front door. The tease of sleep made it painful to pull himself away from the bed. Joshua stirred but didn’t wake from his new spot on the floor.

Gryphon leaned heavily with one hand on the doorframe as he pulled the door open. He jumped to attention when he discovered Zander on his porch standing with hands clasped behind his back. “Injuries?”

Gryphon cleared the frog from his throat. “Deep gash on right thigh. Shoulder healing well from the arrow I took on our last mission. A few deep bruises. Nothing major.”

Zander nodded. “The chief received an anonymous tip that we have spies waiting down river. Scouts returned last night to confirm the location. A group of Wolf, Kodiak, and Raven no more than five miles away.”

Gryphon inwardly sighed relief. At least the Wolf hadn’t lied back in the cave.

Zander continued, “We head out in three days, following the engagement festivities. You are excused from training until then. I expect you to be rested and ready.”

“Yes, sir.”

Zander turned to leave, but paused. “Gryphon?”

“Yes, sir?”

“I’ve been thinking about yesterday.” He unconsciously massaged his biceps. “There are only two reasons I can imagine you choosing to fight that Wolf. Either you saw it as a chance to perform for the clan or you really wanted to let the Wolf die with dignity.” He dropped his hands to his sides and looked Gryphon in the eye. “Truth is, I don’t really care what your motives were. It was foolish to put yourself at risk when so many people are counting on you.”

“Sir, I’ll be fine.”

His commander raised a hand to silence him. “Your actions prove you don’t always consider the needs of the mess before your own.”

The words stung.

“You’re selfish, Striker. You might be the best at what you do, but I can’t fully trust you.” Zander frowned and walked away. “Three days,” he called over his shoulder.

All Gryphon could do was watch his captain leave, knowing he’d deserved those harsh words. What would Zander think of him if he knew the extent of his betrayal? Had Gryphon forgotten his brothers? Did his mercy make him weak?

Joshua’s voice startled him. “Where’s Zo?”

Gryphon slammed his palm into the doorframe. “Don’t you have training?” he yelled. “Stop thinking about that girl and go help your clan.” He pushed Joshua out the door with a little more force than necessary. Joshua didn’t look back as he sprinted down the road.

Gryphon slammed the door to his room and fell into bed with a groan. A hollow ache gripped his insides. Relentless churning that wouldn’t subside. How had he allowed this to happen? In only a few short weeks he’d gone from making Striker to betraying his entire clan. How could he make this right?

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