stuffaboutwriting reblogged
Last Line Tag CXCVI
This tag is from @akindofmagictoo! Thank you!
I’m going to throw a curveball and give a snippet from Indigo Wars Book 1:
Then she was in front of Caius. She curtsied, and he took both of her hands as she straightened. Her heart hammered in her chest. Despite his fond smile and warm expression, his grip was like a vice.
“Marharyta, thank you for gracing the Court with your presence this past month. We do not see as much of you as we would like, with how your mother keeps you locked up in Whitland Chateau,” he said, loud enough for the entire hall to hear. “We will miss your bright presence and dazzling smile, and we hope you choose to visit us again soon.”
It took all of her power to remain still when he leaned towards her and placed a kiss on both of her cheeks. Revulsion shot through her body, her stomach turning at the undeniable signal of favour, but she was still in the public eye.
Maisy smiled as sweetly as she could. “Thank you, Your Majesty. I will certainly try.”
“Stay out of trouble.” His tone was light, but the threat beneath it was undeniable.
Ice filled her veins. Her smile faltered.
I finished the fourth draft of this WIP, so keep an eye out for my second beta reader call coming out soon!
I tag @the-orangeauthor, @stuffaboutwriting, @samplewriting, and anyone else who wants to play! As always, no pressure!