Mika

“People didn’t always love who they should, or the ones who were good for them.”
― Nalini Singh, Archangel's Shadows

“I’m not most guys.” I tugged her over so she was sitting in my lap. “Haven’t you figured that out yet?” She dropped her hands to my shoulders. “I’m a little slow sometimes.” I laughed, and she responded with a smile. “Good thing I don’t like you for your brains.”
― Jennifer L. Armentrout, Origin

“A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory. —STEVEN WRIGHT”
― Darynda Jones, First Grave on the Right

“Venom has taken Naasir's place temporarily." This time, the amusement that shaped Raphael's lips was acute. "My mother called to ask what else I have in my menagerie."

Elena snorted, in no doubt of Caliane's acerbic tone. "Can you blame her? First you send her a tiger creature who eats people he doesn’t like, and then a vampire with the eyes and fangs of a viper.” She held up a finger. “Oh, and let’s not forget the mortal you keep as a pet.”

“My mother does not consider you my pet, Elena. She is very kind to pets.”

“Oh, ouch!”
― Nalini Singh, Archangel's Shadows