I started my career early." At my raised brows, he said, "Assassin. My deadly gift made me well suited for the job. A single handshake could bring down a monarchy. The money grew over the centuries."
His tone was blank; I couldn't tell how he felt about his past deeds.
"So that's where you got those crowns." Trying to keep things light, I said, "Admit it-you wear them when no one's around. Play air tennis with the scepters?"
"No, Empress. I do not."
"Can I, can I?"
On the verge of grinning, he said, "No, Empress, you may not.
His tone was blank; I couldn't tell how he felt about his past deeds.
"So that's where you got those crowns." Trying to keep things light, I said, "Admit it-you wear them when no one's around. Play air tennis with the scepters?"
"No, Empress. I do not."
"Can I, can I?"
On the verge of grinning, he said, "No, Empress, you may not.
( Kresley Cole )
[ Endless Knight ]
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