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"What's out there Vienna?" Jazmine asked, her voice small but brave.

I quickly risked a glance at her. Her eyes were cautious, glancing around the tree line as she held onto her sister's and Oro's hands.

Quietly, I whispered to her. "When I tell you, Jazmine and Lucas grab the little kids and run for home. You find someone and get somewhere safe."

"What are you going to do?" Lucas whispered.

"Do you understand me?" I asked seriously. There was no way these kids were getting hurt today.

I cursed the fact I hadn't noticed sooner. I was too trusting that Cassar's land was safe enough for me to let my guard down. I should have known better. If I could get around the guards, others could too.

I didn't let my thoughts distract me though as I gave another warning growl. This one not quite as gutsy as the last.

This time, another growl answered mine.

I glared at the trees, the exact spot I knew he was hiding.

I gave a final look at the kids before I stood up straight. I rolled my shoulders, a