Due to my deceased father, the government decided I may have an inside to the fighting force we need to save humanity. They call him King of the Shadow Warriors. Shadow Warriors are elite fighters, who, after shifting form, have sharp claws and teeth capable of eviscerating a human without blinking an eye. If that isn’t a reason to run the other direction, I don’t know what is. The problem? We need the Shadow Warriors or we die. To gain their trust, I must impress King.

My government sent me in a short dress and heels to do the job. They seem to think a sexy body will increase their chances of gaining his help. I took the assignment freely even though my feelings on the outcome offer no comfort.

That brings me to the biggest problem in the entire scenario: King will eat me!

Shifter King is created by D'Elen McClain, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author

Shifter King

      Its only a half-ball on a flat surface, but its kicking my butt. I actually feel sorry that Boot is forced to train me because its a losing proposition. Without Kings guarantee Boot wont kill me, Id be worrying non-stop. Besides grumbling one-word commands, the man hasnt spoken.


      Im standing close to the wall so I can use it for balance. My palm hasnt left the smooth surface because I fall as soon as I try to stay upright on my own. One foot is impossible. I cant even do two.


      I wobble and spill the other way, where the wall cant stop my downward progress. At least its only to my knees. Youve been given a hopeless job, I tell Boot while gaining my feet.


Chapter 14: Marinah