Phantom (Cat and Mouse, #0)

by H.D. Carlton

Despite how heavily it rains outside, there’s no thunder, which cannot exist without lightning.

mia rosa.”

“That”—I breathe shakily—“is a dangerous weapon.” He grins cheekily. “If only it could win the war.”

“Do you have any idea how hard it is to only love you in the dark when you deserve to be loved in the light?”

“Does one stand beneath a waterfall expecting to breathe?”