Chapter 102

The front door burst open. Gunfire crashed into the ceiling, making everyone jump and freeze including me.

"Guns on the floor," a feminine voice barked. "Kick them over to me. Now."

Shay. I'd recognize that strange accent anywhere.

They did as she said without question.

"Nobody move, not even an inhale," Shay ordered. "Except you of course, Aika. I do believe that's your bow and arrows on the bar top to your left."

I could've kissed her I was so grateful.

"Where have you been?" My voice wobbled some as I pulled my coat tight around me. Still, I felt too bare, too vulnerable, and not because the buttons had been ripped free.

"Climbing down from my window after I discovered the door was locked from the inside," she said casually. "You?"

I skated my hands over the grainy wood, my fingertips eventually finding the comfort of my weapons. "Here and there. How's Gibby?"