Archer watched as Embera's face lit up at his words, causing her to ask hopefully. ''Where are they now? I hope they're safe.''
He nodded while answering. ''They're working in the southern portions of your lands, living in apartments and thriving alongside some of their families. But I'm certain many will return as they learn you're now part of Draconia.''
When the older woman heard that, something changed in her orange eyes as she suddenly seized his chin, her touch blazing. She surged forward, claiming his lips in a kiss that left him staggered.
But his instincts kicked in, and he pushed her back, heart pounding like war drums. Embera was shocked, which soon twisted into dread as a fist crashed against his jaw, the force hurling him off the wall like a comet.
