The Liger's Mark (23 page)

She flicked her gaze back to her savior. “Help me,” she whispered, desperate to make him understand and agree.

“I’ve got you,” he said, dipping his head so he could speak closer to her ear. “You’re safe now.”

She tried to shake her head, but nothing cooperated. It was just a matter of time before she passed out.

“Don’t let them take me,” she begged.

“I won’t.” His voice was deep, husky and sent shivers of desire skating along her skin. “The hunters won’t get you. I promise.”

She managed to give her head a jerk.

“What?” He bent closer, lifting her so her lips brushed his ear.

“Don’t let them take me,” she said again. “Holloways.”

He pulled back, confusion in his eyes.

“They won’t hurt you,” he vowed.

“You,” she whispered, eyes drooping.

“What are you trying to say?” he asked quietly.

“Give her to me, Holt.” It was the Holloway, stepping to them and reaching to take her.

Jaeda gave a soft cry, more of a whimper, as she tried to curl into Holt’s chest. Holt. She liked his name.

“I’ve got her, Koby,” Holt stated, turning away and heading into the trees.

“You don’t understand,” Koby Holloway argued.

“Holt,” she forced out his name. His gaze dropped once more to hers. “Protect me.”

She didn’t catch his reply, only felt the strength in his arms as he held her. His scent offered her a sense of security she didn’t question. She felt the truth in the animal inside her. This man, Holt, was hers. She had no doubt he would protect her as fiercely as she would him.

About the Author

Lacey Thorn spends her days in small town Indiana, the proud mother of three. When she is not busy with one of them, she can be found typing away on her computer keyboard or burying her nose in a good book. Like every woman, she knows just how chaotic life can be and how appealing that great escape can look.

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