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

“Kitt. Would you just listen a second?”


She didn’t even spare him a look, just kept moving away.


“Kitt. Damn it.” Cain hurried to head her off.


Kitt made a tiny barking sound, then spun around, with her tail up, pointing her butt directly toward Cain.


Cain arched an eyebrow. “You wouldn’t.”


Mitch shook his head. “You better not. This is the only cabin we have to live in. You spray and we’ll all be out on our asses in the middle of the coming storms. I’m pretty sure you’d rather be dry and crowded rather than a drowned rat in the cold, open air.” Mitch made sure his tone carried authority.


Kitt glanced up at him, snorted, then sashayed past him.


“What did you do?” Mitch turned his attention to Cain.


Another squawking carried from the kitchen.


“Sounds like something.” Mitch scrubbed his face. “How about you try to make up before supper? We’d like to eat in peace.”


Chapter 45