Jirkan, who came from a group of wolves known for their extraordinary speed, still couldn't keep up with Vlad. When he saw the man disappear from view, he clicked his tongue in annoyance.
"Call Isla. He has to prepare something for Lord Montery," Jirkan said to one of the men nearby.
Halfway there, Vlad slowed down and stepped onto a large tree branch. He lowered Kai onto the end of the branch and sat him down.
Kai looked up, frightened. "M-master..." He then looked down, his legs dangling between the thick branches. The tree was tall enough that falling from it could break his bones.
He swallowed hard, then looked back at Vlad. He clutched the tree trunk behind him.
Vlad lowered himself. His shoes pressed lightly on the branch as if he were floating. Then he crouched down and stared intently at Kai. His gaze shifted to the young man's exposed neck.
Kai swallowed hard when Vlad licked his lips.
