No," I say, looking up at Griggs. "It's actually because my heart belongs to someone else." And if I could bottle the look on his face, I'd keep it by my bedside for the rest of my life.
Melina MarchettaLucian was beginning to get used to hearing her small observations at night. More than anything, he realized he liked her voice in the dark. It made him feel less lonely.
Melina MarchettaShe made a sound of regret. โWe come second, you and I, Luc-ien,โ she said. โOur allegiance is always to our kingdoms. Without that allegiance, our people would fall.โ She placed her head back against his chest and he felt her tears. โThis is not our time.โ โBut that will never mean I love you less,โ he said.
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