The hallway led me to the stairway of a million steps. My leg screamed in protest. I sighed and started climbing. I just had to keep from limping. Limping showed weakness, and I didnโt need any enterprising, career-motivated shapeshifters trying to challenge me for dominance right about now. I had once mentioned my desire for an elevator, and His Majesty asked me if I would like a flock of doves to carry me up to my quarters so my feet wouldnโt have to touch the ground. We were sparring at the time and I kicked him in the kidney in retaliation.
Ilona AndrewsI thought of telling him that if it wasn't for Oklahoman cowboys and Mexican whores having a bit of fun, there would've been no Texans, but that would be counterproductive.
Ilona AndrewsWe can do subtle," I assured her. "It's our middle name," Andrea added. For some odd reason Rene didn't look convinced.
Ilona AndrewsI was so happy to be out of there. โBarabas, if you werenโt batting for the other team, Iโd marry you.โ He grinned. โIf I werenโt batting for the other team, I would accept your proposal. You had me at โNo comment.โ If all my clients were this smart, my life would be much easier. Much, much easier.
Ilona Andrews