Love was an agony beyond compare

Eternity would mean nothing without you. For no power on this earth would I trade my Elena.

You can run,” Dorian said in a neutral tone that did nothing to lessen the intensity of his expression, “but sooner or later, you run out of places to run to.

Jesus H. Christ. I have new respect for the female of the species suddenly.

No,” he responded, reaching out to trace the shell of her ear. “They grew back even more beautiful. Blue edged with silver.” Elena laughed at the scowl in his voice.

Why are you sad, Dorian?" He couldn't lie to her. "The leopard wants you to see it.

Option 1: Attempt to back out. Probable result: Death after painful torture. Option 2: Do the job and hope. Probable result: Death but probably no torture (good)