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slipped into unconsciousness, he was scared of the consequences he’d receive at not protecting us. His fear makes me believe Avery might have killed him.”
    “What will happen to him?” She shook her head, looking away from Tex and back to Adam.
    “That will be up to him. He could stay in Alaska and become a part of my clan or return to Texas, to Avery. He could also choose another clan or a life of solitude. He’s young, so whatever choice he makes he can still have a life where his past won’t haunt him.”
    “Unless he goes back to Avery.”
    “Yes.” Adam nodded.”
    She didn’t understand how Adam could sit idly by and let someone return to the person responsible for abuse. If someone had helped her get away from Bobby, she’d have left long before his death. Abusers hold power over those they mistreat, making them feel as if they’d never make it on their own. If Robin had a chance, she’d talk to Tex when he woke, and explain to him that he could have a life without violence.

Chapter Four
     
     
    Being the second in command to Tabitha’s guards, Adam had certain privileges. One was his own cabin, close to the main building. Landing the helicopter, he couldn’t wait to sink onto his comfortable bed for a few hours of sleep. It had been over twenty-four hours since he had slept. Traveling through the night had been the final brick on the wall of his sleep deprivation.
    “We’re here.” Stifling a yawn, he slipped the headset off and placed it on a hook above his head. In the dim morning light, he saw Ty and Raja standing off to the right. Galen, the healer, was a couple steps behind them.
    With the helicopter blades coming to a stop, Robin whispered, almost as if she was afraid of the answer. “Now what?”
    “You’ll get some rest, and then we’ll meet with the Elders in a few hours.” The fear he smelled from her earlier had dissipated over the last few hours, but had returned with a vengeance, making the air heavy and hard to breathe. “I’ll be with you. There’s nothing to worry about, Robin. The Elders sent me to find you. They mean you no harm.”
    As Ty neared the helicopter, her anxiety raced off the chart, tearing through Adam as if the emotions were his own. He reached toward her, wanting to give her comfort—to do something to ease her fears. Slipping his hand over her small, clammy hand, the electricity sizzled through him. The current wasn’t as strong because her rising panic overpowered the mating desire.
    She shook her head. “I can’t…”
    “It’s going to be all right.” He circled the back of her hand with his thumb.
    Her gaze went from him to the Elders that were approaching, and back to him. “Don’t leave me…please.”
    “Okay. Just wait here for a moment. Let me talk to the Elders and then I’ll take you to a cabin where you can get some sleep.” He squeezed her hand before jumping out of the cockpit.
    “How’s she doing?” Ty shook Adam’s hand.
    Adam forced a smiled. “During the flight, I was able to relive most of her fears, but now that we’ve landed, she’s freaking out. I suggest letting her get some sleep before questioning her.”
    “You both need rest. We’ve prepared the guest cabin next to yours for Robin. We’ll speak with her later this afternoon.”
    “If it’s okay, I think she’ll be more comfortable in my cabin. She’s scared, and I’ve established a trust with her.” Adam glanced from Ty to Raja.
    Raja took a deep breath, intensely watching Adam. “You’ve mated?”
    “Not yet, but a connection is present. She’s already in a weary state so I only explained the mating briefly. She’s confused and she’ll fight me with every step if I press it further right now.” He ran his hand over his chin, feeling stubble beginning to grow. “Our mating is not why I want her in my cabin. She’s been on the run for weeks. She feels safe with me and is beginning to trust me. If you want to question her, she’ll need a sense