Chapter 46

Avery

My hand was already moving, diving into my coat pocket where the small defense kit from combat class still sat. My fingers closed around the smooth metal canister just as Axel's other hand reached for my shoulder.

I didn't think. I just acted.

The deterrent spray hit him square in the face. He jerked back with a strangled shout, releasing my wrist as his hands flew up to his eyes. The acr