Chapter 494

“Thanks so much, sir,” began Gwen. “We really appreciate your help today.”

“Ma’am, it’s my honor,” responded the man, as he helped her and Sybil into his aircraft.

Less than 2½ hours later, the pilot had touched down on the private landing strip inside the walls of Asgard. Chip was waiting with an SUV to take the travelers home.

As soon as Gwen stepped through the door, Hanna Kiss flew into her arms. “I’m so sorry we involved you in this horrible situation, but we had no options. They have Lena!”

“I’m pleased and honored you called me first,” soothed Gwen. “We’re dedicating every resource we have to getting Lena back safely. Steve, Charlie, and my two brothers-in-law are very adept at handling this sort of thing.”

“My Warrior will settle this matter and return Lena to you,” promised Gwen as she nodded toward her grim-faced husband. “It’s what he does. He protects our family and friends, and you’re family.”

A middle-aged man in a police uniform cl