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debt.”
     
    “Ty, once I go through the change, I want to go after him.”
     
    He gave her a look that let her know he wasn’t for that idea. “We’ll see after the change is complete.” His tone told her he would fight her on the subject later.
     
    There was nothing she could do at that moment to change his mind, and it didn’t really matter now. They had more important issues to deal with. She let it go and moved onto another subject. “How old are you?”
     
    He left out a slight laugh before answering. “The better question is how old do you think I am? How old do I look?”
     
    “Ty, don't play games. Just tell me.” Tabitha crossed her arms and rolled her eyes.
     
    He rubbed her hand. “Come on, babe. I want to know what you think. I promise to answer after you tell me how old you think I am.”
     
    “Okay fine.” She looked him over, trying to guess the right age. He said tiger shifters looked younger, but she didn't want to guess too old. “Umm...Twenty-four?”
     
    “So you’re saying I look twenty-four, or that's how old you think I am?”
     
    She turned even farther in her seat, rested her back on the car door, and propped her left leg on the seat, giving her a better view of him. Also, in turn, allowing him a clear view of the nasty look she was giving him. “I think you look younger than twenty-four, but you knew my father. I’m just now going through the change at nineteen. I would guess you went through the change when you were my age, which means you’re a lot older than that, but if I guessed too high, it would be an insult. So please just tell me.”
     
    “Did anyone ever tell you you’re cute when you’re frustrated? Because you are.” He grinned and briefly glanced back at the road. “I was one of the few people that went through the change at a very young age. Normally, the change happens in your early to mid-twenties. I went through it when I was nine. I believe the youngest person ever to go through the change and live was eight. That person was your father. I don't believe anyone has beat that record since. Therefore, I am twenty-eight. Does that bother you?”
     
    Relief flooded her. “No, not at all. I was worried you would have said ninety or something.” She settled back into the car seat. “Where are we going?” The yellow line in the middle of the road sped by, giving no indication of their whereabouts or destination.
     
    “I thought it would be a good idea to get you out of here. I know this little place about an hour outside of the city. Once we are somewhere safe, I need to call Raja. I think it might be best for us to find a quiet place to stay until your change, before returning to Alaska.”
     
    She stared out the window as the guilt ate away at her. She didn't want to mess up Ty's life because people were after her. Plus, didn't the clan need their Alpha? “Ty, I would understand if you wanted someone else to stay with me until I go through the transition so you can go back to your clan. I’m sure you have someone you trust that can keep me safe. The clan needs their Alpha.”
     
    Ty pulled the car to the side of the road and after putting the vehicle in park, turned his body to face her. The look on his face wasn't friendly. “First of all, no one can keep you as safe as I can. I’m one of the best. Second, you’re my mate, and it’s my number one priority to keep you safe. The clan has Raja, and just because I’m not there in person at the moment doesn't mean they don't have their Alpha. I will be in direct contact with Raja at all times, and if I’m needed, we can be there in a matter of hours. The clan will understand.”
     
    Her heart skipped a beat. She’d never had someone care for her like he did, so much that they were willing to change their life for her. “I'm sorry. This is all new to me. I feel bad you’re changing things in your life for me. I’m no one special.”
     
    “I know this is all new to you. Just let me care