Book 2: Chapter 15

Zola tries to hide her disappointment at Gaelen’s reaction, even though we were both expecting it.

“You did a good job, Zola. We knew he would not say yes that easily,” I place my hand on her forearm to comfort her, “It actually wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be.”

She smiles weakly at my compliment, “Thank you, Roanna. I suppose you’re right. At least he didn’t break anything.”

“Listen, we