Chapter 17

Figuring Luke realized he was about to reveal more about himself then he wanted him to know, Finn nodded. “Just watch yourself,” he said before walking away. When he glanced back a couple of minutes later, Luke was nowhere in sight.

Well, I managed to break the ice. Now all I have to do is gain his trust before Jourdain does something else to drag him deeper into his web. Finn chuckled low. I do seem to be using that image for what’s happening. And it works. Jourdain is definitely a spider. A very evil one. Maybe, with Luke’s help, I can end his existence once and for all. 7

“Hi, Tae.” Luke patted the dog’s head before turning his attention to Finn. “I didn’t really think you’d show up this morning.”

“Tae insists on his walk, come rain or shine. Luckily, the sun’s out today.”

“Lucky for both of us, since I don’t have any rain gear to speak of. You haven’t gotten a haircut, yet.”