This time for the passports.” “That man?” Henley didn’t bother to hide his distaste. “I know you don’t like him—” “I don’t feel comfortable with him.” “He’s not here to make us feel comfortable. He’s here to get us passports.” It was a little blunt, but it seemed to work, as Henley followed me do...
I instantly realized that I had overslept and was late for breakfast. Thankfully, I had fallen asleep in my clothes, so all I had to do was sprint to the commander’s quarters. Nalin was correct in that the commander’s quarters were hard to miss. It was the largest building...
Anything. We hadn’t talked since we had argued the day before, and so far, it didn’t seem as if that would change any time soon. I couldn’t stand knowing that he was there but out of reach. “Henley?” I called out into the empty room. There was no reply. So that was how he was playing it now? Outr...
I decided to take the stance of an observer, for the most part, and spoke only when asked a direct question. Christine had obviously been holding court with the men around her for most of her life, and it was akin to watching a play, seeing her flutter those lashes and wave her small fan in front...