These predators loved with wild fury, but they were also darkly possessive, crossing the boundary into what humans might term obsession.

Only ignorance excuses stupidity

But sometimes, that depth of need—to save, to protect—can become a blinding fervor, one that destroys the very thing it thinks to safeguard.

Looking at her, bedraggled and beaten, some might have seen weakness. He saw strength, determination, and a will no one could crush.

Elena. Hush, let me talk to the crazy lady.

Is your skin this tone all over?" "Only one way you're going to discover the answer to that.

Now a small woman, with dangerous curves. I could bite into her.