A memory came to my mind, of the time I had ridden a horse. All that power, between my thighs, under my control. Then I realized where my thoughts were leading me, and I almost blushed. Of course I wanted to control Tavius—to an extent. And to our mutual benefit, and the benefit of Rome. Any woman who says she does not want to guide the actions of the man she loves is, in my opinion, lying.
