Unbreakable by TL Reeve & Michele Ryan

Author:TL Reeve & Michele Ryan [Ryan, Michele]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Twisted E-Publishing, LLC
Published: 2018-10-28T05:00:00+00:00

Chapter Five

The excitement was at a near frenzy by the time they returned. Handlers strode around the room with leashes in hand, showing off the wares prior to the auction beginning. Hayden’s stomach knotted at the deadness in the shifter’s eyes as they were paraded past her. The scent of their fear was thick in the air, and she wanted to comfort each and every one of them.

But she couldn’t. Not yet.

Soon, you’ll all be free.

“Patricia,” Nico said as he came up behind her, placing his large hand on her lower back. “I thought I’d lost you, wife.”

Hayden pasted a fake smile onto her lips before looking up at her oh so handsome mate. “I just stepped out for a bit to refresh my makeup.”

“I’ve secured us our seats.” Nico watched her intently.

Hayden couldn’t miss the question in his eyes. She tucked herself into his side, sighing as she breathed in his scent.

His eyes warmed, and the tension eased from his frame. He’d been worried about her. The scent of crisp outdoors, spice, and his cologne calmed her in a way no one else could. Desire flared in his brown eyes as he guided her to the table.

Royce and Charisma were already seated, and it took everything in Hayden’s power to not smack her beloved cousin on the back of his head for his stupidity as she walked by him to her seat. Instead, she simply glared at him. Royce was oblivious, his attention on the book in his hand while Charisma sipped from a flute of champagne with a fake smile on her lips.

“Ladies and Gentlemen,” the master of ceremonies said from the stage, and the room quieted. “May I have your attention. Everyone should have received a paddle with a number upon arriving. You will need this number to bid. Opening bids are firm. Do not attempt to bid lower. Those attempting to do so will have their paddle confiscated and will be unable to bid for the rest of the night.”

Hayden leaned forward. “They’re not messing around.”

“Nope,” Nico said.

“I think lot seventy-two is what we should purchase. It would make a perfect addition to our collection,” Hayden said, aware of those around them who were listening.

“Whatever you wish, my love,” he replied, running his finger down her arm.

The MC continued. “We have one hundred and fifty lots available for bidding tonight. Please remember all bids are final. Once you make payment in full, you’ll be given your merchandise.” Hayden’s lip curled in disgust. Shifters weren’t stock. They had feelings. Experienced love and had souls. “They are then yours to do with as you wish without fear of repercussions.”

Nico took her hand, giving it a reassuring squeeze. Hayden had to be strong. Nico was depending on her, as were her uncles and one sweet little bear cub. Holding her head high, she squared her shoulders, determined to do her job and make sure not a single shifter went home with any of these sick fucks.

Unable to properly communicate with her mate because of those around them, Hayden winked at Nico, who gave her a sexy wink back.

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