登入Yet as I turn the final corner, I am halted by a cluster of people. A quick glance and my spine shivers—it’s her Lilith Drakenhart. As her eyes shift to me, mine drop to the floor, watching me feet as I take a wide berth, working hard to stay clear of her path.I should have known it wouldnt be so e
LyraMy rest is peaceful. It is like I am resting on a cloud, with cool sheets that caresses my skin and keep me comfortable all night. I don’t have any nightmares, nor am I startled awake. There are no sounds, or snores of other tributes, no fear of being picked on or pushed.The only reason I ever
ZarekI pinch the bridge of my nose, agitated beyond reasoning as I practically stomp back to my chambers. I knew Lilith was coming, I just didn’t expect her to be so persistent in seeing me as soon as she arrived. Just as well, I open my chamber doors and wait by the window for her to arrive.It do
A cold sweat blooms along my skin like an allergic reaction. The mere size of him is intimidating; nothing like a human man. I struggle in his hold, trying to step away, yet I am yanked from my room. The door slammed shut behind me before I was pushed against it. I swallow, shifting against his cock
I halt at the door, taking an instinctual step back, only to bump into Maren. “No running away, my Lady.”Damn, she really is perceptive. The Steward stands in the center of the room. He bows deeply, “Afternoon, My lady.”I bend to bow in response, but Maren pinches my side, and I straighten my back
LyraI lie atop this cloud like bed, staring at the crystal chandelier hanging high above my head. I am beyond overwhelmed. Maren rushes about the room, procuring a night gown and linens to dress me; which in itself is just... odd. I’ve always dressed myself.I can’t seem to find the words to proper
Lyra "Lyra Walker."The herald's voice cut across the square like a blade, and my own name turned my legs to water. He was reading from a long roll of parchment. The tribute list. The names of the girls the Dragon King would take this year.I knew what that list meant. Every five years, the Dragon
ZarekI frown as I miss the button hole for the fifth time. It has been quite awhile since I dressed myself. I dismissed all my maids to assist with preparing for the banquet, yet I never imagined I would struggle with such a simple task so. My hands shake; something animalistic twitching beneath my
She turns her penetrating gaze to me, “You will come with me. I have jobs for you. The rest of you will remain here until a Maid collects you for service.”I follow her out, thankful to be removed from that stuffy room. Work doesn’t frighten me. Actually, it seems like a good way to focus and think.
Lyra For one long second, no one in the dormitory moved. Then Elin made a small sound at the back of her throat. "What."The chamberlain did not stand up."There has been a mistake," I said. "He cannot be asking for me.""He is asking for you, Tribute Walker."He straightened, then, and turned, and







