Chapter 4
True to his word, Nik set out early the next morning, and Shaw tried to relax as his uncle had instructed. But relaxing proved impossible. Instead, Shaw took to pacing back and forth, certain Drake needed his help.
At the unexpected sound of urgent hammering at the front door, Shaw stopped dead. What the f**k?
“Okay, I’m coming.” Shaw yelled out as he strode to the door, muttering darkly under his breath. However, when he flung open the door, the caustic comments he had in mind instantly evaporated.
Two men were there, one only standing thanks to the support of the other, and Shaw recognized him instantly despite his bruised and blistered face.
“Drake.” Shaw gasped out the name, and the man himself offered a crooked smile.
“Surprise.” Drake’s voice was a dry rasp, and the m
