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

This place is definitely unique. Exciting. Unusual, but interesting.Besides, it was home to Calix and so many others that had come to mean something to Mitch. His friends. His co-workers. His lover.


Since that first day he hadn’t really thought of pulling up stakes and leaving. Now, he knew that he wouldn’t. No other place could hold a candle to the Bluebird Valley Preserve. No way.


And if you don’t get home soon, Calix’s meal will be cold.


The reminder, from his cat, hurried Mitch along.


Before long, he stepped inside the front door and entered the kitchen. “Dinner.”


Calix came from down the hall, dressed in casual jeans and a sweatshirt. Nothing fancy, but they fit him perfectly, outlining his build and gorgeous body. His hair remained damp like he’d stepped out of the shower not too long ago.


“You showered already? Damn. I had plans to share mine.” Mitch couldn’t resist teasing Calix.


Calix grinned. “If that’s what you want, I don’t mind getting wet again.”


Chapter 86