Levi After Alpha Liam and Luna Angel left, Matthew called us over to talk about our exit strategy. “Hope, a moment,” Mr. Russell says, stopping her as we pass. Since this is her job, I don’t want to overstep. So, when she doesn’t act like she needs me to stay, I continue over to Matthew, but I listen as Mr. Russell addresses her. “Thank you, Hope. I didn’t truly understand how valuable having a shifter as a guard would be. But you have more than proven your worth and your dedication to protecting my daughter. I just wanted you to know that I appreciate your sacrifice and I won’t underestimate you again.” I look at Matthew and raise an eyebrow. He grins but quickly wipes it off his face. “Thank you, Mr. Russell,” Hope says. “So, you’re number one for getting Hope out of here looking

