I took three steps and was wrapped in his arms, where I belonged. No confusion here. No worries here. No troubles here.
Maria V. SnyderI want you to have this.โ He extended his hand. On his palm sat the beautiful butterfly he had carved. Silver spots on the wings glinted in the sunlight, and a silver chain hung from a small hole drilled into its body. Valek looped the necklace around my neck. โWhen I carved this statue, I was thinking about you. Delicate in appearance, but with a strength unnoticed at first glance.โ His eyes met mine.
Maria V. SnyderWhat have I earned from you, Valek? Loyalty? Respect? Trust?" "You have my attention. But give me what I want, and you can have everything.
Maria V. SnyderFlea stared at us, "I can't decide what's worse. Losing family members or not having a family member to lose.
Maria V. SnyderIn fact, he's never taken an interest in a woman before. I was beginning to to suspect he might prefer one of his male sneaks, but now..." She paused dramatically. "Now, we have the lovely, intelligent Yelena to get Valek's cold heart pumping." "You really should get out of your sewing room more. You need fresh air and a dose of reality," I said knowing better than to believe a word Dilana said, but unable to control the silly little grin on my face. Her sweet, melodious laughter followed me into the hallway. "You know I'm right, " she called.
Maria V. SnyderYelena, 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 youโve slipped under my skin, invaded my blood and seized my heart.โ โThat sounds more like a poison than a person,โ was all I could say. His confession had both shocked and thrilled me. โExactly,โ Valek replied. โYou have poisoned me.
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