“I didn't come for him," Vhalla whispered softly. The gardens were surrounded by a tall palace wall that blocked most of the… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“He was no longer a wildfire burning with rage. He was now the fires of the forges he'd stoked. He burned for… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“They could have at least tried to hide it," one of the soldiers around her remarked. "Not very hard to tell which… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“Then I realized I just wanted you around. My days were better when they involved you. I enjoyed your thoughts. It was… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“He traded his freedom for mine," she whispered. "He was a reckless fool, and I was a girl pulled along by puppet… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“They were an equal match with his heartbeat in the back of her mind. His combat prowess flowed through her veins, coupled… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“You show up as if you materialize from the wind itself, to save the life of the crown prince whom you jumped… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“Vhalla grabbed one of the pillows in question and threw it in his face. It hit him square and the prince stared… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“The majors are enamored with you. They admire your strong and noble nature, your grace, your poise, your stunning intelligence and eloquence,… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“She simply saw someone who was lonely, someone who could likely count their friends on one hand, and perhaps wanted to one day use… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“You are a symbol, Vhalla. And, despite what some may have you believe, you have more control over what you symbolize than anyone else.” — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“We all know the story. We heard it not long after the Night of Fire and Wind. You were the low born library girl… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“Vhalla,” he said in a dangerously soft voice, “you may be incredibly special to me, but never lash out at me again.” — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“You wished for time,” Aldrik explained. “I heard each utterance when you beseeched time to stop, for mornings not to come. I want you… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“I told you this would never be easy, I warned you. I begged you to spare my heart if you weren’t ready for this… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“Do you just oblige me?” Aldrik asked coolly. Vhalla laughed. “Of course not. I enjoy being near you, hearing your thoughts, spending time with… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“Larel’s voice was sad and sincere. “Aldrik’s been through a good deal, much of which he’s never even imparted to me. But I’ve seen… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“I love you,” he repeated, a determined fire lighting his eyes. “It is one of the worst things I could ever do,” Aldrik confessed.… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“He pressed his lips to her forehead. “Take care, lest I have to burn the Crossroads to the ground in a rage.” Vhalla laughed… — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“We're hopeless, you and I," Vhalla whispered. "If I am going to be hopeless for anyone, let it be for you, Vhalla Yarl.” — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
“It doesn't matter." Aldrik shook his head. "I will fight to keep you until the end of my days.” — Elise Kova Copy Share Image
