Ascend or Be Consumed
Shiningbliss felt like a lie the wine was daring me to believe.
I tilted the cup slightly. “Shiningbliss,” I repeated in a low tone. “Sounds too pretty for something from the Black Market.”
Lucan nodded before his lips curved in a faint smile. “That’s because it isn’t from here. It’s made in the Emperor’s court. It’s distilled from lotus seed, honey, licorice root, ginger, cinnamon, and whisky, instead of filtered water. It warms the body, clears the mind, strengthens the Core, and...” He paused, his dark, intense gaze focusing on me. “...loosens one’s guard.”
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