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A sharp intake of breath as Mac leaned forward was his only reaction. Pretending his nearness didn’t affect her, she relayed the conversation.

“Are you sure that was wise? What if this person has grown more unstable? What if she’s dangerous? You know she said you would pay.”

“I’ve always known this person is unstable.”

Agitated, as much by how badly she wanted to touch him as she was by the situation, she jumped from her chair and began to pace.

“Why do you think she’d be breaking in to my house and calling me?”

A muscle worked in Mac’s jaw. “You do realize you are putting yourself in danger?”

Swallowing hard, she boldly met his gaze. “It’s time to end this, once and for all. I’m counting on you to keep me safe.”