It had been wishful thinking, plain and simple, dangerous for me to indulge in. Hope, happiness and freedom were not in my future.

She's the nicest person I know." Zila chewed on her lower lip. "Well, the second nicest. Avry's the first.

They actually think I would abandon the Commander. they have no concept of loyalty.

Trella! You’re here,” he said with glee. “Even though I’m not as smart as you, I do know where I am.

I'd wish you luck, but I don't think it would help," "Why not?" "My lady, you make your own luck.

I didn't expect a knife, though. Is it the one missing from the kitchen?" "Did Rand report it?" I felt betrayed. Why hadn't he just asked for it back? "No. It just makes sense to keep track of large kitchen knives, so when one goes missing you're not surprised when someone attacks you with it.

I did what any good rat would do. I bit down on the guard's hand until I tasted blood.