Hazel’s boots pounded gravel as they sprinted back to the bikes. The knife from the safe house was still clenched in her fist, blade warm from her grip. Adrenaline surged hot through her veins, making her fingers tingle and her vision sharpen on every shadow between the trees. The radio on Dagger’s hip crackled again — more gunshots, Mikey cursing, glass shattering in the background. Jax swung onto his bike first, movements sharp and sure. No hesitation. President mode locked in. “Mount up! We ride hard. Hazel, you stay behind me. Rico, you’re on point with Dagger. Shoot anything that ain’t wearing our colors.” Hazel climbed on behind him, arms locking tight around his waist. His body felt solid under her hands — muscle and leather and controlled rage. The engine roared to life between her thighs, vibration rattling up her spine and into her teeth. Wind whipped her face as they tore out, tires
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