Renata was scowling. "Once they realized they were caught, one of them downed a vial. He's as strong as a half-form were and fast as a vampire, and he's got a hostage. One of the security people."

"Let me help," she said. This was something she could do.

Travis motioned for her to follow, so the three of them went charging through the bar, through another door and into what looked like a holding cell. A single light swung overhead, making the room seem even more ominous by casting shadows in the corners. There was also a drain in the middle of the floor. Shamira didn't want to think about...