“How in the … do I even want to know? How many of your men died?” I swallow, head reeling and blink a lot in his general direction. Adding more weight to my over-saturated brain, I’m amazed I can still feel anything.

“Umm, none. I wouldn’t put them in harm’s way. If you want to know, then I’ll tell you. I'll tell you if that’s how you want this to be; no lies, hiding nothing from you.” Alexi sits up straighter and turns to face me. Eyes on me, and I bite back my ...