“Chainschains that hold me to the groundchains that keep me solidly boundchains that tether my heart to youchains that only one truth…”

“Gentleness is strength under control. It is the ability to stay calm, no matter what happens.”

“Will put his hand on Nico’s shoulder. “Nico, we need o have another talk about your people skills.””Hey, I’m just stating the obvious. If this is Apollo, and he dies, we’re all in trouble.”Will turned to me. “I apologize for my boyfriend.”Nico rolled his eyes. “Could you not―””Would you prefer special guy?” Will asked. “Or significant other?””Significant annoyance, in your case,” Nico grumbled”

“My nails dug into his back, and he trailed his lips down the edge of my chin, down the center of my neck. He kept going until he reached the bottom of the dress’s V-neck. I let out a small gasp, and he kissed all around the neckline, just enough to tease.”

“Wow,” said Adrian. He sat down on the bed and tested its bounciness, giving it a nod of approval. “This is amazing. What do you think, buttercup?”“I have no words,” I said honestly.He patted the spot beside him. “Want to try it out?”

“I’m not a warrior or a goddess,” I said at last.Adrian leaned closer. “As far as I’m concerned, you’re both.”

“Because I’ve got a lot more terms of endearment to use. Honey pie. Sugarplum. Bread pudding.”“Why are they all high-calorie foods?”