Ruby

“Come to me swiftly, carry no trace. Lift me softly, then flow and race.”
― Shannon Messenger, Let the Sky Fall

“Fitz pulled her forward, and the warm tingling in her hand shot through her body--like a million feathers swelling underneath her skin, tickling her from the inside out.”
― Shannon Messenger, Keeper of the Lost Cities

“Obey my command. Follow my voice. Race to my side and surrender your choice.”
― Shannon Messenger, Let the Sky Fall

“"Screw the oath." I lean in until I feel her breath against my face, then I stop. I don't want to rush her. "You've done enough for them. You're protecting me. Who cares about the rest?"

"I do." She closes her eyes,and her jaw quivers. "I swore to get you safely through this-and I will. And then you'll return with the Gales and meet your betrothed."

"They can take their betrothal and shove it. I want you."

Audra and Vane”
― Shannon Messenger, Let the Sky Fall