52
Elle
I’ve done a number of extreme things. Stealing gold from a dragon horde, for instance. But what I’m doing now? It’s a whole new level of pushing things.
Legend narrows his gaze in my direction. Alec’s father just stated that the war wouldn’t start until we gave the word.
And I asked for a pause.
Alec moves so we stand face to face. It helps. I can forget the rest of the room, as well as our makeshift army.
By the way, how happy am I that the animates are here? Very happy indeed.
Alec cups my face with his hands. His touch is all things warm and reassuring. “What is it, Elle?”
Even though Alec and I are close, I still feel the many gazes staring in our direction. I focus on Alec. Ever since my conversation with Gerry, a thought has been growing in my mind. I don’t think I ca
