| A Trap

'No. There's an alley around the side that leads to a fire door,' answered Sunni through chattering teeth. 'More private, I guess. I got out that way too when Jack…' She trailed off. 'Why d'you ask?'

Ava cast her a sideways glance. 'Even if Chung does manage to get us all inside, that yard will be the first place the wolves secure once we're in – to keep us from getting back out the same way.'

'By George, I think she's got it,' Amon mumbled approvingly.

'We're ready,' announced Chung to the gathered crowd, quite calm and confident. 'Remember, this is a show of strength. We're not here to start a war, but to prevent one. These people are our brothers.' Fayo offered him a pick handle, and Chung accepted it, weighing it in both hands. 'Only use force if you have to.'