Tempting the Dragon by Karen Whiddon

Author:Karen Whiddon
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Publisher: Harlequin
Published: 2016-07-05T07:00:00+00:00

Chapter 12

As Jade waited for Libby to speak, guessing the other woman had seen something important in her vision, once again her thoughts drifted to Rance. Maybe she should call him, just to see how he was doing. But no, everything inside her rebelled at the thought. If he didn’t care enough to keep her involved in what was going on with his life, then so be it. After all, he couldn’t have made it any clearer. No phone calls or texts... nothing. It shocked her how much it hurt. Even worse, despite all that, she couldn’t stop missing him.

“You’re thinking of him again,” Libby observed, her voice soft and her smile gentle. “You always get a dreamy look when you do.”

And her necklace always grew warm. Keeping that fact to herself, Jade blushed. “Sorry. I’m a sap. What is it you need to tell me?”

“I need your help.”

“That’s new,” Jade joked. “Usually I’m the one asking you for help. Of course I’ll do whatever you need me to do. Just say the word.”

Libby didn’t even crack a smile. “Perhaps you’d better find out what it is before you agree.”

“I trust you. Without hesitation.”

Libby’s eyes misted over. “Thank you. I have a sense of terrible danger, but I don’t know the origin. For once, my visions have failed me. This is why I need your assistance.”

Though puzzled, Jade nodded. “Of course. I’m not sure what I can do, but I’ll help in any way I can.”

Libby hugged her. “If I could have had a daughter, I’d wish for one exactly like you.”

Now Jade had to wipe at her eyes. While she loved her own mother, she often felt closer to Libby. “We have a wonderful bond.”

“Yes, we do.” Though Libby stepped away, her normally serene expression had gone serious, her face lined with worry. “I’ve had many Guardians over the years, but I have to say you’re one of my favorites. Only one time have I asked any other what I’m about to ask of you. And then, it happened by accident as I wasn’t even aware such a thing was possible.” She took a deep breath. “Please know you are free to decline, of course, and there will be no ill feelings.”

This was interesting. “Now I’m intrigued. Please continue.”

Libby smiled, though her gaze remained serious. “There is a process where we can form a...bond. Apparently, this ability is unique only to me. My own form of magic, if you will.”

“What kind of a bond?”

“Sort of a temporary joining of minds. This allows us to share each other’s thoughts. And abilities. When we each wanted, we could see the world through the other’s eyes.”

“Ouch.” Jade had to shake her head. “I’ll be honest. That makes my skin crawl. I don’t want anyone—even you—inside my head.”

“It could never happen without your agreement.”

“You mean it’s like a switch? It can be turned on and off? Or would you be there all the time?”

“More controlled,” Libby’s soft voice continued. “Your switch analogy is perfect.

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