Chapter 50

He stared at her. “You’re a Lycan, Victoria. You’re saying you cannot protect yourself against a human?”

“I had no wish to hurt her, Tristan. I know how grateful you are that she saved Sophia’s life.”

“I will speak with her immediately.”

Victoria rested her hand on his arm. “My lord, Hendrick was understandably upset and worried for my safety. He received word yesterday that he was needed at home and he decided to take the Red with him.”

“He did what?” Tristan stared at her.

“You cannot blame him, my lord. She attacked me. He thought it would be best for all concerned if he took the Red with him. He left you a handsome sum of money for her.”

Tristan turned and strode back towards the horses. Victoria hurried after him.

“Tristan, where are you going?”

“Back to the house. I must speak with Avery and your brother.”

“It is too late, my lord. He spoke with me before we went on our ride and said that he would be leaving immediately.”