Marked, Broken and Carrying his Heir
At least in a public place, surrounded by people, maybe she'd feel slightly safer.
The bar was exactly as she remembered—dim lighting, sticky floors, classic rock on the jukebox, and wings that were criminally good. They found a booth in the back, ordered drinks and food.
Novalee's phone buzzed as they sat down.
Her heart seized. She pulled it out.
**Unknown: O'Malley's. Good choice. The wings really are the best in the city.**
**Unknown: Enjoy your evening with your friend, little star. You have until tomorrow night. Consider this my mercy.**