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

He growled. Now what the shit am I supposed to do? Say abracadabra?He wiggled his fingers. “Be gone!”


Now what the hell?He’d never tried to channel the energy, only to direct it somewhere safe when it built to a critical level. This was the first time he’d actively called the energy, absorbed it, and tried to blast something with it.


You’re asking me?his inner beast answered.


The beast hissed his displeasure. Try focusing on your target, asshole. Visualize.


Mitch did just that. He drew in a deep breath, gathered the energy, then raised his arms. They began to shake. He threw them downward, pushing everything he had along with the movement. Lightning danced over and through his body. Sparks flashed around him. “Foxtrotting fudge sticks!”


What the hell?The inner beast snorted. Exasperation and amusement dripped from the small sound.


Chapter 39