Not A Small-Town Girl

"What did you say?" Lydia glared at Justin, rolling up her sleeves.

"See how feisty she is? If she really marries your brother, she might bully you," Justin quipped.

As if truly afraid that Danielle would be intimidated, Lydia’s expression immediately softened, saying in the sweetest voice, "Don’t listen to him, Danielle. I’m not usually like this. I can’t wait to pamper you; I’d never hurt you."

"Don’t mind those two. Take whatever you like," Luke said casually.

The soldiers in the cafeteria watched in disbelief, curious about the girl who had reduced their commanding officers to behaving like children.

at the spread of dishes before her, unsure which one to try first. All eyes were on her, waiting to see whose dish she would

by the pile of food on her plate, Danielle finally said, "Guys, that’s enough. I can’t eat all of this." These were her first words since entering

Want to come watch?" Luke asked, his eyes bright with anticipation. He knew she was a sharpshooter, but he wanted to see if she could

if you miss it," Maximus said, rubbing his

also looking

room fell silent as they waited for Danielle’s

for the entire

just how skilled she was in combat, which enabled her to raise Shadow Fortress

he’s been waiting for