I didn't notice May's treachery at all. After filing the documents in the cabinet, I glanced at the clock and said, "Okay, we need to get moving. Three stores to inspect tonight we don't have much time to waste."
"Right, let's go!" May chirped, immediately reaching for my bag.
"I'll hold it myself," I said firmly, snatching it back. My instincts bristled at her forwardness, the subtle territorial warning firing in my chest. May paused for a moment but handed it back obediently.
We descended the stairs together. With no cars of our own, we were at the mercy of the city's taxis. My wolf senses twitched nervously as we waited no cabs slowed for us, and the evening air carried the faint pulse of tension.
