Children of the Gods - A Chosen Novel by Monica Millard

Author:Monica Millard
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Tags: romance, young adult, aliens, alien, sci fi, sci fi romance, young adult sci fi, host
Publisher: Monica Millard

Chapter 14

Jaxson gave me a squeeze, waking me. As he started to rise for the day, I had to fight the impulse to hold him there with me. Instead, I squeezed his hand briefly as he pulled away.

“Morning, Love,” he cooed.

“Morning,” I responded, still sleepy.

I watched as he dressed slowly, taking his time.

“I wish you did not have to go.”

He stopped dressing and turned. “You should not tempt me so. I have to be consistent if I am to keep our friends in line.” He was serious, but wore a slight smile. I joined him at the bureau.

“You do bring balance to this place,” I said, between soft kisses.

“And you balance me,” he whispered and pulled me back for another kiss.

I returned to the bed and watched him continue to get ready for the day. He slipped the dagger into his pant leg. Though I knew he always had it, I never stopped to wonder why. Was he in danger amongst the Halorans also?

He turned and a look of surprise betrayed his calm demeanor when he caught me watching him. He crossed the room and knelt before me.

“Griff will not be joining you today. I have assigned him other duties. You are free to move about unescorted, but please,” his eyes were imploring, “please be very careful. I cannot even think of what I would do if I lost you, my love.” He looked wild for a moment before he reined in his emotions. He kissed my nose, then my lips before leaving for the day.

I stared at the wall for a long time after he left. I should be happy that I finally had my freedom, but I was disappointed. I was looking forward to resuming practice with Griff. The little training he had given me was not nearly enough.

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I stood outside the dining hall knowing I had to go in, even though I had lost my appetite. It would show them how weak I was if I did not go in and eat.

To my surprise, almost no one stared, or even looked up as I walked through the room to my table. I was sharply aware of one set of eyes that tracked my every movement though. I tried not to let Duester get to me as I sat alone.

Katy appeared, leaving me almost no time for solitude.

“What would you like today, my lady?”

I leaned toward her like I was about to tell her a secret, even though no one would hear me from the distance they sat. “Tell me, has Marcel got any new dishes for me to try?”

Her face brightened and a smile hinted at her lips. She too, leaned in even further, as if she were sharing the secrets of the universe. “He has been working on something new lately, just for you. You are going to love it.” She squeaked with excitement.

“I cannot wait.”

“Great! I will just go check on him.” She backed away with a tiny bow and disappeared. I thought about Marcel

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