“Pablo?”
“Yes. A kill shot. One bullet right in the middle of his forehead.”
“How the fuck did that happen? Who shot him?”
“I don’t know. We were transferring him to the High Council’s vehicle today and they got him. Two of my enforcers in front of him, two behind, and two on each side. All we had to do was to walk ten feet to the car and they got him. I don’t know who or where the shooter was but it was a high-powered rifle bullet that killed him instantly.”
Steel was stunned…a rifle? Wolves didn’t use guns. It wasn’t honorable, so if it wasn’t a wolf, then who? “I thought he was being moved on Wednesday. Why earlier?”
“I don’t know. We got a call from the High Council telling us there was a change in plans and they’d be sending a squad to pick him up today.”
“Shit. Did Pablo tell you anything before he died?”
“No, I think he felt his life would be in danger if he said anything.”
“No shit, Sherlock. I guess he was right to be afraid.”
“I can’t figure out how anyone knew he was being moved today.”
“Hmm, good point.”
“And the High Council has closed the case on this because they’re claiming Pablo worked alone.”
“How the hell did they come to that conclusion?”
“According to the head investigator, the decision was based on no attacks since Pablo was arrested.”
“Fucking be dammed. What are you going to do now?”
“I have to head overseas to get the peace conference organized. I have leaders from warring packs set to attend and I have nothing organized. I’m taking half of my enforcers and sending the rest to you.”
“Have you vetted the ones I’m getting? I have a new pup now.”
“Yes I have, so stop worrying. By the way, congratulations! Mom called me. Quite a story, huh?”
Steel snorted, “That’s an understatement. Remind me to tell you the details someday. And when are you coming to see your nephew?”
“After the peace conference, I promise. Shit, I forgot to ask…what’s his name?”
“Daniel Maximilian.”
“Holy shit! You named him after our grandfather. Way to go, bro!”
“Dad was pleased.”
“Duh! Who does Daniel resemble…Jackson or your ugly mug?”
Steel’s voice softened, “Daniel has Jackson’s eyes and mouth. He is so beautiful, wait until you see your nephew.”
“Take a picture and send it to me.”
“Will do. Anything else?”
“One other thing…did Zane find anything on Pablo’s phone?”
“Still working on it but yeah, it looks like he’ll find something to help us.”
“No shit. I have to meet this geek. I gotta go, talk to you later. Kiss Daniel and Mom and give Dad a hug. Pass my congratulations on to Jackson.”
