She handles it better than I expected. Its been three days, and she refuses to mention a word about it. Like I said, better than expected. Before coming here, Beck asked if she understood whats happened. He laughed when I asked if he was planning to tell her. His exact words were, Throw me in a pit of hellhounds first.
Wise man.
Its four incredible days of bliss before she decides to voice her concerns. Were in bed in the early afternoon, after enjoying uninterrupted adult time. I cant be a leader, she says with her head lying on my chest and her body half on mine. Ive just commanded my first unit. Leaders need experience.
They do.
How the heck do I gain experience? No, wait. I dont want that kind of experience. Theyre your men, King. Dont do this to me. You cant. Her fingers dig into my hip.
Very softly, I tell her the truth, Theyre your men now.