Jinx’s Mate(45)

“What happens when she’s protecting my family and is overpowered?” Jinx asked.

“She’s not going to be the only guard with them. When Meshell is on there will be three. We can have her assigned when I’m on duty if you’d prefer.” Jackson leaned forward, resting his hands on his knees. “I’ve been training her on some tactical moves that will allow her to take down someone twice her size without using her gun. There’s also the option of giving her a high powered stun gun, or a handgun that is armed with tranquilizers.”

Jinx leaned forward, his gaze on Jackson. “You honestly believe she’s up for the challenge and that Summer or Claire won’t be in more danger while she’s on watch?”

Jackson nodded. “With all due respect, I do. Giving her a chance will allow her to become a better guard, and she’ll protect your family.”

“Summer?” Jinx waited for her last words on the matter.

“I trust Jackson. If he believes she’s ready, then she’s ready.”

“Very well.” Jinx nodded. “She’ll be the last guard, with the stipulation that she’s only to be on duty when you or Carson are on and that she must continue her training. This will be a trial run, to make sure she’s up for the duties which will be expected of her.”

Seven guards for her and little Claire seemed like too many to Summer, especially since when she was safely in the house with Jinx she didn’t need a guard. But Jinx wouldn’t settle for anything less than six, and with Meshell as an add-on it left her with a total of seven. Jackson, Carson, Garth, Larry, Duncan, Hugo, and Meshell.

“If you’d like I can gather them and make the announcement. I know you have a lot to do before leaving in the morning,” Jackson suggested.

Jinx nodded, lacing his fingers through Summer’s. “That would be fine. I’m hoping to make it a quick trip to Alaska, there’s much I need to deal with here, so not everyone will be going. Have Garth and Hugo prepare themselves. They will be the additional guards along with you and Carson.”

Jackson stood. “Very well. I’ll see to it.”

“One last thing.” Jinx grabbed the box sitting on the coffee table. “These are ear pieces, and I want all the guards to wear them. Lukas is handing them out to all the ground guards. Now that we’ve decided on Elder guards, they need to have them as well.” He held it up so they could see it. “These are specifically designed for the Elder guards, and they have a second channel built in. By touching the red button on this side, the Elder team can hear any message delivered. If there’s ever a breach of security, this will allow for us to communicate without everyone knowing what is happening. It stays in your ear at all times, and there’s a sleep mode so it will only alert you if there’s an emergency.”

“Lukas mentioned the Alaskan Tigers having something similar. It will be great for the guards to know what’s happening, and will allow us to keep everyone safe.” Jackson took the box.

“If anyone has questions about them, Lukas will be available to assist,” Jinx explained. “Unless something comes up, you’re off duty once you’ve dealt with that. I’ll be in this evening, Lukas will be coming up for a meeting, than we’ve got some work to do ourselves.”

“I’ll see you both in the morning then.” Jackson took his exit.

“What did you have in mind for the evening?” Summer smirked, her fingers teasing over the back of his hand.

“My sweet lass, I’d love to take you to our bedroom and have my way with you until the sun comes up. Unfortunately, I have work I must attend to. With all my time in Alaska there were some things that fell to the wayside.”

“I understand. Plus, there’s always tonight.” She glanced down at Claire, still silently playing with her dolls. “I should see if I can make any progress with her. She’s having a good day, maybe a play date would be good for her.”

“I’ll see about arranging a play date with Lisa. She’s nineteen months, but I think they might be a good fit. Lisa’s shy and doesn’t speak much. If it can be arranged there’s a playroom that a lot of the children use, so that might be a good place. I’ll have Carson take you there. I hope you understand.”

“It’s fine. Thank you. I’ll get her ready.”

He stopped her before she could stand. “Give me about twenty minutes to arrange it.”

She nodded. “Sweetie, we’re going to get ready and go for a play date. Would you like to meet a little girl about your age and play with her?”