You let me get you across the board, and then you can take over the game. I hand you the crown.” I bite my cheek to keep from letting my smile free and look right at her face. I can’t tell if she looks back, but I think she does. “Are you saying you’re my queen, then?” “Your words. Not mine.” “The queen’s the most important piece on the board, Davis. Sounds to me like that’s you.”

