Carla C

“You can't get rid of me so easily,' he called out.
'Whatever you say, Warsword.' But as she walked away, Wren felt his gaze on her back, warm as summer sun, and a strange spark, right in the centre of her chest.”
― Helen Scheuerer, Iron & Embers

“Hot tears dripped to the dirt at my boots. “I love you.” “Yes, you do. Don’t forget.” “Never.” “Neither will I.” His throat bobbed as he swallowed. “I will find you. Here, or in the shades.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“It was worth every minute', she said hoarsely.
Torj stroked her hair. 'To pass the Gauntlet?'
'No', she whispered. 'To get back to you'.”
― Helen Scheuerer, Iron & Embers

“Just like that, Embers', he told her recklessly as they reached the door to his room. 'No games. No secrets. You're what has been missing all my life. And I intend to keep you. Consequences be damned.”
― Helen Scheuerer, Iron & Embers