Page 28 of Mated to the Vikings

He huffed, finally nodding. “Yes, but she is also dangerous to us. She is one of them.”

“No, she is our destiny.”

“And you know this how?”

I mulled the answer, spitting it out with vehemence. “I just know.”

“Fine. You are the current and very temporary leader, but you must report this to Steen. If he dies, you will be executed.” Hissing, his words were stated with disdain, even hatred. I would never truly be part of the clan.

I motioned for the others. There was no need for further instruction. They knew exactly what to do. I took giant strides toward the entrance, hesitating only long enough until they were positioned strategically. Throwing my arms into the air, I bellowed. When the beasts began to howl, an eerie vibe settled across the lands. There were no others who would challenge us during this particular attack, no animals or creatures from the forest who dared walk into our path. They scuttled away, petrified with fear.

But they would be back.

And they would feast on the remains.

A single explosion was followed by a second, smoke immediately billowing into the air. A chain reaction ensued as the beasts attacked, the sheer bulk of their mass breaching the outer hull. I took several gulps of air, fighting the vicious side of me that had been created in a lab.

The Earth scientists would never know the anguish I’d endured, the brutalization of every aspect of my humanity until there was nothing left.

But hunger for revenge.

Then we advanced, kicking down the entrance door with ease and storming inside.

“To the left,” Dak instructed the first group of men. I nodded in acceptance as Brexin and I guided the others through the main portion.

Within seconds, the screaming began as others swarmed the expansive space. Flames erupted, the smoke turning acrid. I issued another battle cry as I tossed tables and chairs, heading deeper into the facility. I knew every inch of the catacombs, the hidden rooms and prisons, labs that forced men into beasts. No one was safe from my wrath.

The others moved with sheer precision, tossing the crew of Facility 22 like rag dolls, relishing in their brutality. The screams multiplied, horrific bloodcurdling cries for help.

There would be no salvation for the human species.

Another series of explosions rocked the entire facility, debris shifting, crashing down from the ceiling.

“What the hell?”

I had no idea which human had issued the cry, but within seconds, fire erupted from one side, consuming everything in its path. Chaos ensued as smoke rolled into the space, thunderous noise penetrating the dense space. Several of the beasts advanced, taking control of the security room and securing the weapons. Even as gunshots rang out, cutting through the cataclysm, it seemed my brothers had everything under control.

“Where are they being kept?” Brexin asked, swinging his weapon from side to side.

“There are several floors beneath us.” I kicked in another series of doors, their automatic security system having locked them down. The air was much cooler, devoid of smoke. “This way.”

“Let’s get them.”

Brexin followed behind me and we both descended into the bowels of the steel space, our boots thumping against the metal surface. I knew exactly where to take us, heading in the direction of the prison.

Her face was never far from my mind, the beautiful woman who’d captured my sense of decency. The sense of urgency was powerful, driving me to the point of madness. Lights and sound muddled together, my need to take every part of her bursting in my mind.

Throwing out my arm, I forced us to stop only feet away, taking a deep whiff. The female was inside. My cock twitched, my desire skyrocketing.

“You can sense her,” Brexin whispered.

“Yes, but she’s not alone. The leader of this fine establishment is inside.”

“Caution, brother. Use caution.”

I had no intention of being cautious. Taking and holding a breath, we closed the distance, stopping short as we both were able to hear a nasty exchange. I clenched my fists, my entire body shaking. Kevin. I’d once considered him a friend, a man I could trust. And now? He’d not only betrayed me, but every person working at the facility. Every human being. He’d sold out from greed and his hunger for power. I pressed my hand against the door, able to sense her indignity.

And also her fear.