Heart of a Witch (Embracing Darkness Collection) by Rebecca L. Garcia

Author:Rebecca L. Garcia [Garcia, Rebecca L.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2021-12-14T05:00:00+00:00

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Damian stood with his hands clasped behind his back, overlooking the vast gardens and toward the slow sunrise. I wondered what was going through his mind. Angling my head, I took him in. His blue robes rippled against the gentle breeze, and as the sun coated him, he raised his chin as if he were being covered in light by his god.

I picked up the skirts of my dress, my eyes narrowing at the white lace. It frilled around my neckline. My hair was tied into a silky knot at the back of my head, and I was grateful Elijah was still asleep, giving me a chance to change before he’d see me.

I made my way downstairs, only passing one male servant along the way, which was fortunate as I was sure some of the maids would report to Elijah.

I stepped in front of Damian Shaw as the sun rose gently in the sky, casting light around me. His eyes widened as he looked me up and down. I placed one hand over the other and glanced coyly at the ground, then slowly climbed my gaze back to him. “Mr. Shaw, I must apologize for intruding on your morning prayers.”

He cleared his throat. “No intrusion at all, Miss…”

Typical. He’d already forgotten my name. “Weathermore.”

A ghost of a smile crossed his lips. “I am surprised to see another soul up this early.”

I stepped out of the way, placing myself at his side. “I did not expect another to be up either. I enjoy strolling the gardens, to see the beauty of the world before the noise fills it, from others.” I knotted my fingers. “It is the most intimate time, I believe, to pray to Zerheus and Celeste.”

He inhaled deeply, then let out a long exhale. “It seems you and I are in agreement, Miss Weathermore.”

“Please, Mr. Shaw, you can call me Victoria.” As expected, he didn’t recognize his late wife’s dress, though I could still smell a hint of lavender among the dust.

“Where is my son?” he asked, looking over his shoulder, as if suddenly aware of our being alone.

“Sleeping still, I assume. I didn’t check, but I stopped by his door on the way here.”

He licked his lips, his expression hardening. “He should be awake.”

I forced a smile, one that balled my cheeks, to pretend as if I couldn’t hear the contempt in his voice. “It may be my fault for his being up late, with what happened.”

“Late nights are no excuse.” He turned toward me, as if suddenly remembering I had gone through something awful. “Do you feel better?”

“Yes. Thank you for your generosity and for allowing me to spend the night in your home.”

“Of course. The doctor will check on you again before you leave today.” He paused. “It seems my son is rather fond of you.”

I closed my eyes for a heartbeat. “I am fond of him too.”

He nodded slowly. “I thought so. He’s been known to bring women back to his rooms before, although he thinks I didn’t know.

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