Running into a winged lion shifter was never in Mitch's plans. But Bluebird Valley Preserve has more surprises in store, including wildlife and shifters, most of whom Mitch never knew existed. As a caracal shifter, Mitch is used to oddities. The chaos, he can handle. Calix, the saber-toothed cat, is what knocks him off balance.<br><br>Calix is a vet and a physician. Great in theory ... except he can only diagnose, not heal. Still grieving, he vows to protect his heart from another crushing blow. Then, he saves a caracal shifter from the flood waters. When he sees Mitch, he struggles with leaving the past behind and making a future for himself which includes Mitch.<br><br>Raging waters and mudslides threaten, leaving the whole preserve at risk. Mitch puts his life on the line to rescue Calix. But, it's Calix's heart Mitch finds the most challenging and worthwhile to win.

Mitch

Cranky old bastard with a twig up his ass doesn’t become you.


Finished arguing, Calix hurried back to his cabin to get the medication. He’d stop by the kitchen along the way and notify the staff what had happened.


He growled at his cat. I’m just doing that because it’s the right thing to do. No sense in having everyone run around like army ants looking for one conked-out shifter.


Intent on ignoring his gabby beast, he made a beeline for his cabin. The sooner he finished this chore, the better.8


Mitch finished washing his hands, noting the movement no longer hurt. He’d tried the ACE wrap he’d found on his dresser along with a short note written by Calix. Not thrilled with the cloth, he opted for a couple of shifts instead. The result allowed him back in the kitchen without missing a single day.


Chapter 30