Fate of the Sun King (Artefacts of Ouranos, #3)

by Nisha J. Tuli

Tyr blinks, and I like to think it’s because he’s acknowledging me. I hope it is. I miss him and everything we almost were.

When one side holds all the power, and you are merely a servant at his command, it’s more complicated than friendship.

She’s feral and difficult and makes me want to tear my hair out sometimes. All the time. It’s what makes me so insane.

I’ve suspected the truth for a while, but for some reason, it’s hard to say out loud. I’ve never in all my years heard of it happening. And what are the odds that this woman my father stole, tortured, and tossed into Nostraza is my mate?

“The blood of your enemies, Lor. Ask me, and I’ll slay anyone for you. Burn the world to ash if you desire.”

“Lor! When are you going to get it through your head that I am totally, completely fucking in love with you!” She attempts to retreat, but I take another step until she’s backed against the window. “You’re all I think about. I’ve never felt like this about anyone, and I’d do anything for you. You’ve become my air and my blood and my only reason to exist. I love you, Lor. I love you so much it makes my heart feel ready to burst.”

“How long do you plan to stare at me, Lightning Bug?” Nadir says with his eyes still closed, making me jump. “I understand how devastatingly good-looking I am, but this is getting a little awkward.”