That’s one way to put it.
“Maybe we can help each other,” the djinn continued.
“Not to be rude, but I’m not usually into helping people who’ve killed their own leaders,” Lilly said. “It sort of sets a dangerous precedent, especially by a queen.”
“I fully appreciate your position,” Myanin said, still eating her cotton candy as if it wasn’t weird for a chick who looked like a badass warrior to be chowing down on a children’s treat. “Just, please, hear me out?”
The words were so genuine Lilly found herself nodding. “Fine.” She motioned for the woman to continue.
Myanin licked her fingers and then tucked the empty bag into her pocket. She met Lilly’s stare as she began. “Thadrick and I have known each other for a very long time. He was a dear friend.”
The emotion in her voice didn’t conv
