ERIC’S POV

“Eric be careful…” Adrianna blurted out on seeing the weapon.

I stopped in my tracks, but the raging expression in me was still there, deepening and becoming more intense with each passing moment.

“Easy there tough guy,” Kanute said with a smug smile, the giggling noises from his fellow only making him double his effort, making him feel mighty and untouchable. “Take another step forward and I swear, I’ll blow your brains to a fucking pulp,” he said it like he meant it. “Now, get on the floor and put your hands over your head. We’re taking you with us.”

“You said it like a fucking cop,” his...