I'd like you to make a commitment to me as well. Will you be my mate?
I understood that Valek’s loyalty to the Commander was without question. His blue eyes held a fierce determination and I knew in my soul that Valek would take his own life after he had taken mine.
I searched the plateau. Where was the Sandseed army? The earth undulated as if the sand had liquefied. The waves on the ground grew. I clamped a hand over my mouth to stifle a cry of surprise. Row upo...
Did you live here? Leif asked. I nodded. For two years.Where did you stay? I had a room in Valek's suite. Leif shot me an incredulous look. Boy, you worked fast.
Curtains are funny?''In comparison to all my other thoughts, yes, curtains can be amusing. But you, sir, are the best thing that's happened to me all day, all week, and, now that I think about it, all...
Ari said you screamed and raved a lot while he took care of you. In fact, he said that if Reyad was alive today, he’d gut the bastard without a moment’s hesitation. I just thought you might want to kn...
Ari grunted a greeting. What took you… so long? His breath huffed with the effort.I stopped for a snack, and ordered us a couple beers, Janco said. We should finish him soon. I hate warm beer.
I didn’t know whether to feel smart for figuring out Kiki’s advice, or feel like a simpleton for having a horse tell me the right thing to do
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...
Valek: You know a death sentence hasn't kept us apart before.Yelena: Is that an order Valek?Valek: No, it's a promise!
The promised meal consisted of beef stew served in a bowl made of bread. 'Less to wash,' Opal's mother said with a grin.
The past shouldn't be forgotten. It should be used as a guide for future situations and not used as a reason to avoid making difficult decisions. There was always a choice.
Riley - Don’t worry, there are many safeguards in place. Unless you want me to have Logan explain— Trella - No! I trust you.He clutched his hands to his chest. She… Gasp… Trusts me! Call for medical a...
Living with your decision must be hard. Nothing I or anyone can say will give you any peace. You must reconcile your actions in your heart.
Living with your decision must be hard. Nothing I or anyone can say will give you any peace. You must reconcile your actions in your heart. In the meantime, we’ll take it slow.His hand stroked my chee...
I’ll have you know that the most delicate flowers often produce the strongest scent when crushed.
I signaled when Owen’s wife was linked to him, who was linked to Yelena. Valek paused, marveling at the intricacies of magical communication. Ixia really needed to find a way to keep up.
How touching, Janco said, pretending to wipe his eyes. Get going, Yelena. I don’t want you to see me cry. He faked a sniffle.I’m sure your ego can handle it, I said. Or will you need to beat up some t...
You put on such a brave front. But I know if I took another step toward you, you'd wet your pants.''With your blood.' I brandished my knife. But I couldn't keep a straight face; the boast sounded ridi...
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...