Jax’s POV

“Where did she disappear to this time?” Kai asked, clearly exasperated.

“I don’t know,” I muttered, staring at the floor. “She just vanished… shifted into her vampire form and flew off. I was trying to compel her—” I trailed off, shame washing over me.

Kai’s expression turned stormy. “Seriously, Jax? You tried to compel her? Have you forgotten who she is? She’s far too strong for that.”

“I was desperate,” I replied quietly, my ...