Total pages in book: 95
Estimated words: 91049 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 455(@200wpm)___ 364(@250wpm)___ 303(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 91049 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 455(@200wpm)___ 364(@250wpm)___ 303(@300wpm)
“Where are you from?”
“The land of Kunglig.”
That sounds so familiar. My brain tickles from its mention. Still, I can’t make the connection. I shake my head.
“You are a warrior there?”
He searches my face before he nods. “Yes, and more.”
I tilt my head as I notice his lids getting heavy. My venom mostly likely has begun to make him drowsy. He will want to lie down soon.
“I think I should show you to your room. You won’t be able to hold your head up much longer. Another side effect,” I warn.
“I believe that would be best. This meal was very hearty and delicious. Thank you.”
“You’re welcome.”
* * *
Argon
I think her venom has caused me to lose my mind. I shouldn’t find this creature attractive. Nor should I want to treat her with kindness.
However, after watching her at dinner, I can see she’s soft beneath the hard shell she puts up. She’s quite adorable. As I sway at her side, I tell myself my thoughts are an effect of her healing.
“Here, this one will be yours,” she says as we stop outside of one of the many doors. “If you need anything, Bach or Dinesh will be of service to you.”
I turn to her and lean my shoulder against the wall beside the door. I reach to cup the side of her face and brush my finger across her cheek. She looks up at me.
“And you? Will you be back?”
Her lips part as she looks up at me through innocent eyes. She’s so small, but her body is full of lush curves. She takes a step back and her hooves click, reminding me this isn’t a woman like the ones in my realm.
“What do you need me for?”
“I don’t know. Maybe the poison isn’t all gone,” I say before I think better.
She shakes her head. “It’s gone. I made sure of it. You should turn in. You’re a large man. If you pass out, I don’t think my magic is ready to carry you.”
I give her a crooked smile. “Good night, Blaise. Thank you again.”
“You’re welcome,” she says quickly and turns to rush off.
I stand watching her full hips sway. She looks over her shoulder to find my eyes on her. A gasp leaves her lips, and she wraps that tail around herself.
I tip my head back and laugh. The booming sound fills the hall, causing me to laugh more. Um, maybe this won’t be so bad after all.
Chapter 8
A Gift of Thanks
Blaise
“Rise and shine, princess,” Ms. Posh sings.
I groan and turn in my bed, burying my face into my pillow. I haven’t gotten any sleep. I spent the night dreaming of a certain sexy giant.
I’m frustrated and exhausted. I want to sleep for the rest of the day and only come up for food. I intend to do just that.
“Come, child. The man has been up for hours now. He has asked after you several times already.”
“Why?” I groan into the pillow. “What does he want?”
Ms. Posh flies over my head and sits on my pillow. “He wants to make sure you’re okay. I believe he’s concerned about you. He knows you used a lot of your power to save him.”
“Tell him I’m fine.”
“Oh no, dear. You must do that yourself. Come on, princess. It’s time you enchant this man and cause him to fall in love with you.”
“Love or lust? You didn’t see the way he looked at me last night. I don’t want to go out there.”
“I’ve been telling you for years that you’re still gorgeous. A real man will see that.”
“I don’t even know what to say to him,” I murmur.
“You will figure that out as you go.”
I roll onto my back and look at the ceiling, allowing my tail to lift in the air and sway back and forth as I think. I don’t want to go out there and embarrass myself. I feel like that’s all I did last night.
“Should I give him something? You know, to thank him for bringing me back to the castle,” I say nervously.
“Yes, yes. That’s a great idea,” she says excitedly.
I sit up on my elbows. “But what? What should I give him?”
“I say you give him some pussy and save us all,” Dinesh says as he flies into view.
“Don’t you have some work to do?” Ms. Posh chides.
“Nope, fed the giant and made sure his room had new towels. I’m here to see if I can be of assistance. I used to pull the ladies in all the time, if y’know what I mean,” he replies, wiggling his brows.
“She doesn’t need to get him into her bed. She needs him to fall in love.” Ms. Posh folds her arms over her chest.
“They all fell in love with me if I remember right. I can tell you a thing or two.”