-LEENA-

We walk for almost an hour, taking our time to be stealthy and use the element of surprise to our advantage. When Alec perks up, head back and nose to the air, Bumble is already retreating into my hair. Now that Alec picked up the scent, we’re moving much quicker, and when his hand reaches out, pressing against my side to still me, I know we’re getting close.

“So what’s the plan?” I ask, crouching down next to Alec as he finds cover beside bushes ...