Laura

“And when that time comes, let's hope your friends outnumber your enemies.”
― Michelle Moran, Cleopatra's Daughter

“Delaying death is one of my favorite hobbies”
― Rick Riordan, The Mark of Athena

“A noble friend is the best gift. A noble enemy is the next best.”
― C.S. Lewis, The Chronicles of Narnia

“Mr. Bradford," she said. "I'm not going to propose to you."

The twinkle in Mr. Bradford's eyes faded. So did his smile. He managed to keep it on his face. It looked painful.

"Oh," he said.

"Mr. Bradford?"

"Yes?"

"Would you mind it so very much if...you know...you proposed to me?"

The light in Mr. Bradford's eyes jumped to life. He beamed so largely it almost wasn't crooked.

"If you want.”
― Heather Dixon, Entwined