“They want Christian out. He hasn’t been playing ball with The Collective for a long time. The trafficking thing is just a way to get it done.” I glanced at McCants briefly. “What’s that supposed to mean?” “Ask Christian. He’s family, right?” When my expression turned hard, he chuckled. “I guess all families have secrets. You’d be wise to find out yours before you lose everything behind someone who doesn’t give a damn about his future or yours.”

