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“So, what’s the plan?” Brand asked. “What does the CIA want us to do?”
“Fly to San Diego and see what J&J Shipping is up to. More specifically, see if you can find proof of their involvement with the Lazaro Cartel,” Mitch said.
“Don’t forget about Sera,” Corey reminded the group. “Someone—most likely this Joel guy—sent men after her. They need to be stopped.”
“That part isn’t CIA sanctioned,” Mitch said carefully. “But if Joel Largemont killed his partner and Sera is a witness, he’s going down one way or the other.”
“I think someone should stay with Sera,” Corey said.
She turned to Corey. “But I want to go with you.”
“No,” he said. “It’s too dangerous.”
She huffed out an annoyed breath. “But I can help.”
She wanted to convince them she’d be worth taking along since she knew the business and warehouse layout so well, but she had a feeling it would be pointless to go up against these men. The fierce, formidable and protective look in all of their eyes assured her they wouldn’t relent.
Stubborn silver foxes.Trying to convince them to change their minds would be a waste of her breath. Especially when she locked eyes with Corey and he shook his head.
“You’ll be most helpful staying here, out of harm’s way,” Corey said, his voice turning gentle. “But any intel you want to provide about Joel or the warehouse and docks would be much appreciated.”
His kind tone made her feel better, made her realize they weren’t just brushing her off. Her safety was his utmost priority. “Okay,” she relented. The last thing she wanted to do was get in their way.
“I think it’s time I pay my daughter a visit,” Mitch stated. “Sera, why don’t you stay with Julia, too?”
“That’s a good idea,” Brand said.
“What about Loki?” Sera wouldn’t leave her cat, and not even one of these overbearing, big-muscled, gun-toting alpha males could make her do it.
“Who’s Loki?” Julia asked.
“My cat,” Sera answered. “And what about Storm?”
“I have accommodations set up for him. He’ll be fine. But Furface and I appreciate your concern.” Corey sent her an appreciative smile, and she had a feeling no one had ever asked about the wolf’s well-being before.
“You can bring your cat here,” Julia offered. “We don’t mind, do we, Brand?”
“As long as you keep him upstairs so he can’t sneak outside with customers coming in and out, sure. But the wolf can stay at Corey’s,” he added.
Corey leaned closer to Sera, his light blue eyes flashing in amusement. “Because Brand is scared of him.”
“You’re damn right I am,” Brand stated without hesitation. “He looks at me like I’m a steak.”
Corey chuckled. “He does enjoy steak.”
“Yeah, I’m sure,” Lex said. “And I bet he’s especially partial to raw meat and former military men.”
They laughed, and then Mitch signed off, telling them he’d see them soon.
The attention turned to Sera, and Corey asked, “What can you tell us about J&J Shipping?”
“A lot. Anything you need to know about my former boss and the company.”
“Great,” Brand said. “Take notes, Murph.”
While Wes opened a new document on his laptop, the team began peppering her with questions, and Sera revealed everything that she thought might help them on their mission.
Chapter Fifteen
