A Tune to Make Them Follow (Severed Realms, #2)

by T.A. Lawrence

“It’s alright. I’m not afraid anymore. Sleep isn’t all that scary now that I’m older.”

The enemy of man, he’s called, There’s something that he’s lacking. Gift him one of yours, And he’s sure to keep attacking.

“Maybe you’re right. Maybe you don’t need a man to take care of you. But you know, just because you don’t need a man to take care of you, doesn’t mean it wouldn’t feel good to let one every now and again.”

“But most of all, Piper, my friend. I promise to be your family...” I lost it, my tears soaking my cheeks. He thumbed my chin and lifted it, leaning down to kiss the tears on my face. Then he whispered in my ear, “I promise to be your home.”