I couldn’t help but peek out the window, allowing my eyes to travel towards the training grounds where the little thing was currently running laps. It was easy to see that she was getting worn out fast, especially given her current condition. I wanted to go down there and help her, tell her to stop for the day, but I knew that wouldn’t help anyone. I needed her to get stronger and stronger. Only then could she be mine. Letting a long breath escape me I drew my eyes away as my office door flew open and Chris appeared red-faced and sweating. Chuckling, I waited as he caught his breath before making his way to sit in front of my desk. "Why the sudden call?" He demanded, wildly looking around the room as if it would give him an idea of what I needed with him. "Hayes said that it was life o