Chapter 136 – Important Lessons

• Kent stares at me for a moment, going completely still – not even blinking. I think he even forgets to breathe.
• And then he hauls in a hard breath, choking on it a little as he take a stumbling step back. I can’t help but laugh, thrilled a little at the result. It’s not often that anyone sees Kent Lippert off balance, and I have to admit – I enjoyed the sight.
• “Seriously, Fay?” Kent asks, raising his eyebrows at me and taking one hand off my waist to cover his mouth as he coughs, recovering from his surprise. “Are you – are you serious?”