Adam stepped back from the doors. “I'm sorry, Mother. There was a servant there. I was just wondering what she was doing in the hall so late.”
“Ah, yes. She is bright, that one. I have my eye on her.” She slipped her arm through Adam's and led him to their shared suite.
It seems they both have an interest in the servant. Very intriguing! :)
ReplyDeleteShe's worth the interest!
DeleteThey're interested in the servant and the servant is interested in their game of Cargon. When her move in the game catches their eyes, they'll be even more interested in her.
ReplyDeleteIndeed! Thanks!
DeleteI like how they both have their eye on her. She better be careful, though!
ReplyDeleteInterested to see what happens next!
She does have to watch her step, but then, that's what makes for a great story, isn't it?
DeleteEnjoyed the snippet, hope the book is doing well. I did mention it in my New Releases post last week - your covers are so lovely!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I finally got around to submitting it for the sidebar on WeWriWa. :)
DeleteInteresting. The mother recognizes there is intelligence in the "servant".
ReplyDeleteTweeted.
Yes, she's been nurturing it.
DeleteHm, now I'm wondering if the "eye on her" is a good or bad thing?
ReplyDeleteThat would depend on your point of view, wouldn't it. ;) I'll say it's a good thing.
DeleteAnd it's game on on many levels! Nice scene, Kim!
ReplyDeleteMore than you might realize! This game is so important, not just this match, but all those to come!
DeleteIntriguing way to bring her into semi-privilege of education among the elite. She is sort of "discovered"?
ReplyDeletePrecisely. Thanks!
DeleteSo the best way to get noticed is to play the game, albeit surreptitiously. But this seems like a good thing for her, so I'll keep fingers crossed for her!
ReplyDeleteI think she'd be walking a tightrope. Intelligence is good, but how much would be threatening?
ReplyDeleteShe's interested in the servant too? Curious to know what for. :)
ReplyDeleteAn eye, huh? Seems a little ominous.
ReplyDeleteThis could be seen as either an opportunity or a threat. Probably both. And probably mother and son have different ideas!
ReplyDeleteThe mother is observant. Is this good or bad? Can't wait to read more to find out.
ReplyDeleteYou have a really meaty first chapter. Lots happening.
ReplyDeleteOh this is such a tease! Can't wait to read some more!
ReplyDeleteCan't help but think that having their eyes on her is an entirely good thing.
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