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.

dishes before her, unsure which one to try first. All eyes were on her, waiting to see whose dish

to do the same. Overwhelmed 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 the cafeteria. She

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

be epic! You’ll regret it if you miss it," Maximus said, rubbing his hands together

and Lydia were also

room fell silent as

entire afternoon, she agreed

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

waiting for this moment.... Danielle