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

Instead of standing around gawking, you might actually say something, his inner beast pointed out.


The sooner I get this over with, the better.


Mitch opened his eyes, locked on Calix, then started to sit up. The fox draped across his chest, Dev plastered against his side, and Cain using his arm for a pillow prevented him from budging.


A prairie dog stuck his head out from under the covers and barked at Calix.


Calix arched an eyebrow at Rafael. The little guy had a big mouth, especially when it came to Calix.


“Really? Now, you bark? What kind of guard animal are you?” Mitch narrowed his eyes at the prairie dog.


Rafael grumbled, added in a couple more irritated chirps, then fell silent.


“Hi ya, Calix.” Zap walked into the room, wearing nothing but a long terry cloth towel wrapped around her body.


Calix blinked. How many people were squished into this damn cabin anyway?


Mitch frowned. “She can’t remember me, but she does you?”


Chapter 33