Gary POV
Liliana's name appeared on the phone. I almost let it go to voicemail, but old promises die hard. I stepped away from the noise of the networking event and answered.
"Gary, could you organize something on my behalf? Can you arrange for me to meet Jaxen?"
Her voice came through sharp, that polished edge she used when she wanted something.
I leaned against a marble pillar, the cool stone pressing through my shirt.
"Call him yourself if that's who you want. Saves time. Why would you involve me in this situation?"
"I wouldn't need your help if I could manage him alone. "The playful lilt in her tone dropped flat. She went straight for the throat. “You promised me. You said you’d help me become his Luna.”
I remembered that night vividly: Jaxen's eyes blazing with contained fury
