Alya ( 20 comments restriction )

“But it’s her eyes that hold me hostage. The blue is so calm yet deep, a force of nature that’s no different from the ocean. Something that’s unassuming on the outside but bears secrets no one has dared to uncover. And I want to dive into those depths, dismantle each of her secrets one by one.”
― Rina Kent, Sweet Venom

“It isn’t until now that I realize those smiles never reach his icy eyes. Not really. They look beautiful because of the color, but that doesn’t mean they smile with the rest of his face. Maybe it’s because I already met the other side of him, but the veil has been lifted and I realize that the random, sometimes uncoordinated pictures are just a game he plays so well. ”
― Rina Kent, Beautiful Venom

“You will be tested. You’ll be pushed to your limits. And you’ll be asked to offer your body and soul at the altar of demented people. If you refuse, you’re out and banished for life. If you don’t prove to be willing to be used for Vencor, you’ll be sabotaged until you escape the country or shoot yourself. And if you betray Vencor, no one will find your bones. Are you sure you still want to participate? Sometimes, being an outsider is much safer than being a blood-bound insider.”
― Rina Kent, Beautiful Venom

“What’s wrong?” I ask. “Nothing. It’s just too rare to see you laugh genuinely.” She grins. “It makes me happy.” “My laugh makes you happy?” “Mmm. Because I’m the reason.” She strokes the back of my head. “I’m glad you didn’t let me go.” “You forced my hand into a relationship. Is that really what you want?” “It is.” A delicate frown creases her forehead. “If you discard me again, I’m walking away. For good. If another woman touches you, I’m also out.” “You’re the one who had your fucking arm around Osborn, Dahlia.” “And Isabella had her claws all over you.” She narrows her eyes. “Did you fuck her?” “You think there’s another woman who can handle me?”
― Rina Kent, Beautiful Venom