We talked through Gillie's life from start to finish, including all her accomplishments and major life events. The woman fell asleep with a dreamy half smile still on her lips.I remained by her bedsid...
What happened in the past can’t be changed, but it can be a guide for what happens in your future.
What have I earned from you, Valek? Loyalty? Respect? Trust?You have have my attention. But give me what I want and you can have everything.
What the hel—Finally! I can talk! Janco said.Ari turned. Janco held the Sandseed’s scimitar in his hand. The man lay on the ground, unconscious.Care to explain? Ari asked.Didn’t you see my signals?Yea...
You have slipped under my skin, invaded my blood, and seized my heart. You have poisoned me.
When I failed to move, Valek pushed me off the mat and curled in my place under the covers. Ahh. Still warm.You’re evil, I said, but he feigned sleep.
When Valek stopped to consult with another adviser, I glanced around. A handful of the Commander’s advisers were women, and I noticed two female Captains and one Colonel. Their new roles were one of t...
When the effort fails, is it worth the cost?
When we reached the beach, Leif fell to his knees with a dramatic cry. Solid ground! I'll never take you for granted again.Are you going to kiss the sand? I asked.Don't be ridiculous.Now I'M the one b...
When we reached the door, Belen stepped in the way. 'If any harm—''Comes to her, you’ll rip out my arms. Got it,' Kerrick said.'I’m serious,' Belen said.'I know. Do you really think I’d put her in dan...
When you warned me that you would test me from time to time, I thought you meant spiking my food. But it seems there is more than one way to poison a person’s heart, and it doesn’t even require a meal...
Why is she convinced Ambrose is out to get her Leif askedAmbrose? Yelena raised a slender eyebrow. She carried a tray of tea and fruit. You're on a first name basis with the Commander now? I usually c...
Why? I figured they would do what they had done before and lay low.Because of you.Me? You've got to be joking. You're right. I am. It's really because of Sheepy. How he risked his life for them, and h...
With time and the proper training. She’s deadly with her bow; it’s just her tactics that need work.Then what do we do with her?Promote her to General and retire some of those old wind-bags. We could u...
Worrying can not change anything.
Yalena: Could you always open your door?Kiki: Yes. Fence, too.
Yelena, wake up. Leif shook my shoulder.I peered at him through heavy eyes. He placed the lantern on the table.You’re the one who set the schedule. Come on. He pulled the blanket off me. Most commande...
Yelena, you've driven me crazy. You've caused me considerable trouble and I've contemplated ending your life twice since I've known you. Valek's warm breath in my ear sent a shiver down my spine.But y...
Yelena?Hmm?I’d like you to stay with me while we figure out how to unblock your magic. We’re stronger together.All right.He laughed. I thought I’d have more of a fight.I’m too tired to argue.Then I sh...
Yes, I thought I'd try electrocution next. Since a bomb, a fire, Vinco's knife and a brief encounter with outer space didn't kill me.
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