The Tightening Knot

Sloane disliked the peril Killian represented, yet provoking a direct clash here and now served no purpose.

After all, she reminded herself, no one could predict what an enraged Killian might do—and none of the dreadful possibilities had even happened yet.

“Valeria isn’t exactly tranquil,” Killian added, tone softer, almost reluctant. “If real trouble finds you, call me at once.”

Sloane studied hi