"Your time is up," I say coldly. "And I'm out of patience."

Wolfe takes a step forward and into my space. A brave move since it puts him beyond the safety of the wall. His men twitch nervously behind him. I sensed a death wish in this one from the start. He would make an excellent addition to my elite military if I could somehow convince him to leave his Sanctuary and join mine. If he survives the coming standoff.

"We will produce your wife in our time, not yours." His ...