You know I'll never say no, and Nate's so dedicated, I think he loves our alpha more than me." "I resent that," Nate grumbled. "I might love football more than you, but definitely not Lucas's ugly mug.
Nalini SinghBrennaโs eyes widened. Raising a hand, she brushed his hair gently off his forehead. โWhy do I keep telling you things I swore Iโd take to my grave?โ The contact shot electricity through his nerves. โBecause you know Iโll always be your shield against the nightmares.
Nalini SinghSometimes I remember that I can't always protect those I love." Under his fingers, her hair was soft and silky. She didn't try to tell him that he wasn't God, that he couldn't protect everyone. He knew that. But knowing and believing were two different things. What she did say succeeded in stopping his heart. "I wish you'd love me." Why?" Because then maybe you could protect me, too" Haunting sorrow whispered through her tone.
Nalini Singh