05-31-2014, 09:50 AM
Spectra's reaction was of the uttermost importance and she performed the role perfectly. Damien could not be sure of the sincerity of her vow yet, it did not matter.
She understood his will with uncanny accuracy that gave him pause. Did she understand because they were alike or had she had many men fall prey to her wiles that he was predictable?
His answer to his own question was a soft smile that held no sense of triumph, merely acknowledgement. However wily Spectra was Damien still held to his caution despite the moment of danger. He had passed unscathed and learned. For now Spectra's word would do.
"Good, I would not lose a potential ally."
Damien turned on his heels and resumed his seat. Exhaustion betrayed itself to him seeping through his muscles down to the bone and he closed his eyes. "Please, make yourself at home. My bed is yours to use if you wish. I will be leaving Moscow within the week much to my regret. When I return, perhaps we can catch up. If all goes well, I believe I may have an offer that you will find of great interest."
She understood his will with uncanny accuracy that gave him pause. Did she understand because they were alike or had she had many men fall prey to her wiles that he was predictable?
His answer to his own question was a soft smile that held no sense of triumph, merely acknowledgement. However wily Spectra was Damien still held to his caution despite the moment of danger. He had passed unscathed and learned. For now Spectra's word would do.
"Good, I would not lose a potential ally."
Damien turned on his heels and resumed his seat. Exhaustion betrayed itself to him seeping through his muscles down to the bone and he closed his eyes. "Please, make yourself at home. My bed is yours to use if you wish. I will be leaving Moscow within the week much to my regret. When I return, perhaps we can catch up. If all goes well, I believe I may have an offer that you will find of great interest."