Kindle Notes & Highlights
Even the strongest of realities can be destroyed by one person of foolish or malicious intent.”
Asher smiled and shook his head, “Son, do you know how old I am?” “Ninety-eight.” “Exactly. I’ve lived almost a hundred years. I’ve seen the world change quite a bit in that time. I’ve seen things that no other person has ever seen. I’ve been almost everywhere on the planet… and I’ve married the most incredible woman to ever grace this world.”
I don’t see why I can’t just go around wearing my diplomatic uniform. Why do I have to draw attention from everyone in every room?” “The term is ‘may she reign long and in radiance’, not ‘may she reign long incognito’.” “Yeah, to hell with that.”
“We’re still working out where to live. I think Joaquim is still a little nervous about settling down anywhere. A former deserter and a dragon dissident would have a hard time finding a home in towns where… well…” Kaori nodded, “We may have won the war, but that doesn’t mean that everyone is willing to change right away.”
Lumé shrugged, “Frankly, we spent years trying to figure that out with Raiya. I wish we had an answer, but the best we can determine is that dragon genes are recessive compared to humans. So while certain things show through from both parents, the human parent will be the dominant one.” Nayeli bit her lip, “Wow, some things never change, I suppose.” Lumé smirked and turned away, “Way too much information.”
The road to hell, as they say, is paved with good intentions. You’re just another deranged individual who has let past grievances justify becoming a hypocrite. History is replete with people like you and none of them are remembered fondly. You are no different than Changwei Fei!”
Taryn lowered her eyes, “Take it from someone who’s seen the rise and fall of civilizations… Sentient beings have a propensity to destroy themselves. It’s built into our nature. There will come a time in human history… or rather now, our mutual history, where we will have to overcome that tendency. The Drakeas failed to pass that test, both on Drakauir and here. I’m curious how it will play out in this new world we’ve created.”
“How did you even know?” “You’re joking right?” Nayeli said in a shocked voice. “I’ve known you for how many years now? We’ve been through everything together. I’ve seen how you think, I know how you react, I’ve seen how you fight, and I’ve felt how you fuck. Do you really think I couldn’t figure it out? I know you. If I had to guess, you were planning to leave the moment you were sure that your family was stable.”
flying is your passion. It’s when you’re truly alive. That’s why I’m always waiting for you in the landing bay. You’re absolutely glowing when you get out of the cockpit. The few times I actually get to see you fly… it’s kind of hot.” Joaquim smirked, “That so? Then maybe we should have stolen 65. At least that has cots.” “Dirty boy,” she replied. “I’ll just keep this image of you until we get back.”
