they heard the sound of an argument coming from the rear of the gallery. “Pierce is here?” “I left him arguing with Henrietta, and I am guessing Apollo joined in.” She winced as the voices rose another notch. “Go stop them.” “Me? Why me, he was your Herd Master.” He crossed his arms and scowled. “You are the Alpha. Go get him.” “Living goddess.” She opened her mouth and closed it with a snap. She could never argue with that logic. “Wish me luck. I am going in.” She strode into the argument and offered Pierce a dinner with the Alpha and his wife so they could continue their debate. It would be a private event at Venny’s home, but everyone would be free to scream as much as they liked. She exhaled as the cluster dissolved and returned to Athon. He grabbed her and dipped her in his arms. “My hero.” She snorted, but his kiss was holding back any true expression of frustration. The frustration faded as her mate nibbled at her lips and caressed her back. Venezia sighed and held tight to his shoulders. Dealing with family appeared to be her venue, and she added it to her side of the balance that they created together. Who knew that hysterics in a public park could have led to finding a man she didn’t even dare to dream of?
Author’s note Well, one month from now, we will meet Dira’s match in Dragon Around .
Living within the Crossroads is an excellent shelter, and it has the bonus of having plenty of eligible men wandering past her doors. Dira watches all the newcomers and waits for the day a male walks the streets of the Crossroads who is equal to her power…and her lifespan. Rajek is a unicorn who, after centuries, has left the safety of his herd, looking for a mate of his own. Women are drawn to him, but the feeling isn’t mutual until he enters the Open Heart Bed and Breakfast and he sees a woman rippling with power…and she has cookies!
About the Author Zenina Masters was born in Canada and lives in Canada. She has a regular job and does nothing particularly exciting with her life. She enjoys fishing, silence and the ability to pick and choose friends she can trust. Life is too short to watch your back all the time. Her writing life is a teeny bit of escapism, she would probably chicken out if confronted by three naked men and looks forward to one day finding out.