Page 158 of Hunters and Prey

Alec frowned. “He kidnapped him and wants payment for giving him back?”

Giving him a weak smile, I lifted a shoulder. “What can I say? I’m a pacifist at heart.” Alec’s brow furrowed, and I couldn’t help but poke further at his confusion. “Or maybe I just need a good lay and think he’ll be one for the play book.”

Rolling his eyes, Alec shook his head. “Go home, Adara.”

“I plan on it.” I winked and sashayed up the stairs, but then Alec called my name once more.

“Hm?”

“Thank you.” The genuine gratitude kept whatever smart remark I was about to let rip from falling out.

I inclined my head. “No problem.”