“Lust? I have no desire to incite lust in anyone." Veliss turned to her with a quizzical expression, her smile suddenly genuine.… — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“Power comes at a price, love," Veliss replied through bared teeth, maintaining the smile she offered to the townsfolk lining the square.… — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“Your realm is an insane place. In Volaria, no-one goes hungry, slaves are no use when they starve. Those freeborn too lazy or lacking… — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“I may not be the best Fief Lord, but I’m resolved to be the best uncle. And as a present to my niece I… — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“You hide it well, but I can see it, Lord Verniers. You hate us. We have beaten you to obedience but it's still there,… — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“Lust? I have no desire to incite lust in anyone." Veliss turned to her with a quizzical expression, her smile suddenly genuine. "Then I'm… — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“I've survived revolution, war, and over a decade on this continent," the Burgrave reflected. "But by all the ghosts of the hundred emperors, I… — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“The promise of power wasn't enough, he thought. So now she tempts me with knowledge.” — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“I did wonder if I'd have cause to rue my action. Now I believe it can safely be filed under Necessary Regrets.” — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“Sellin shrugged. “Times past, brother. Can’t live in ’em. Just learn from ’em.” — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“No-one knows what became of him, although some say on the coldest nights, in a place where it’s said a village once stood, you… — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
“War is ever the folly of the ignorant. But I have seen much to convince me some wars must be fought, to the bitterest… — Anthony Ryan Copy Share Image
