The stone was in my lap, and all eyes were on me. I smiled into those eyes. xxx We sat beneath a tent used for keeping the hay dry, secluded in the shadows that Prestira now found comfort in. Her heritage kept her from becoming a victim like her blood-daughter, but her flesh was still mortal. Opal’s an old soul.”
“And she’s threatened by me.” Yavara bared her fangs at the succubus, “As she should be; she stole my title while I was away.”
“A title you have yet to earn, my love.” I smiled, getting to my knees before Yavara. I saved your village while you were seeking trophies!”
Trenok jumped up. We’ll be picked apart without even seeing our enemy.”
I took the stone. “I’ve killed more rangers than you, mighty Brock of the




















