“You go in there, kick that thing’s ass, and come right back to me. Do you hear me, Atlas?” Venus said in a commanding tone that failed to hide the worry gnawing at her. “I hear you, my mate,” I replied tenderly. “My body, heart, and soul are yours, my Venus. I love you and intend to spend the rest of my life with you. Nothing, not even that radioactive Queen will keep me from coming back to you. Anyway, you owe me a guided tour of the galaxy. Don’t think I’ll give you an excuse not to make good on that promise.” She snorted, love and sadness warring for dominance on her beautiful face. “I
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