When Vows Break
Maya helps button his shirt while I hunt for my keys.
“You look like someone about to go into battle,” she says.
“It's close,” I reply. “Negotiations.”
She hugs me tight. “Whatever happens, remember, you stay detached, graceful and untouchable. Clock it and collect your peace.”
I smile against her shoulder. “I’ll try.”
“You’ll succeed,” she says. “Now go make that man wonder what hit him.”
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The mansion rises out of the fading light, all polished marble and quiet arrogance. The last time I came here, I felt small. Not today.
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