Lucien POV

“Matters have gotten worse,” I said the moment the doors shut behind my men. “So listen carefully.”

Matteo, Dante, and three of my strongest warriors stood around the war table. Their eyes were fixed on me, waiting. I didn’t give them time to settle.

“We’re going to spread a message through the underground routes,” I said. “A rumor that Rick will be moved to a safe house outside our borders by tomorrow night.”

Matteo’s eyes widened. “Lucien, no. You’re ...