There was a very slight chance she might actually kill him that way, and if she did, she’d be brought up on charges. Unless, of course, she could prove harmful intent. She could see it now. See, Your Honor, he was going to f*ck me silly, make me like it.

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

Your love is a fierce thing, Elena, a thing with claws and teeth when it comes to protecting those you claim.

Truth was a tool. It should never simply be said. No, it had to be bent, twisted, colored, until it became a weapon.

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

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

After they were both done, the pile of knives and guns on the coffee table looked like they’d cleaned out an armory. “I think we have a problem, Dmitri.