This Sunday’s excerpt is from an SFR WIP set in the same universe as my recently published WRECK of the NEBULA DREAM. Andrianda (Andi) Markriss, a planetary representative for Loxton Galactic Trading, has been spending a lazy summer with her best friend in the highly exclusive summer compound of the planet Zulaire’s ruling nobility, networking. On a day when a number of strange and disturbing things have already happened, Captain Tom Deverane, Sectors Special Forces, unexpectedly shows up with a troop of soldiers and demands she leave with him. Immediately.
Andi doesn’t take this very well….
“I can’t ride off with you on literally a moment’s notice. And why is your Sector Command issuing orders concerning me anyway?”
The captain got up from his chair in one smooth motion, like a great cat uncurling, paced to the fireplace and back, then half sat on the edge of a sturdy table.
I bet he’s a person in constant motion – discussing anything in patient detail doesn’t appear to be his style. Well, I’m not one of his soldiers and I don’t take orders from him, so he had better explain himself.
Standing again, he drew himself up to his full height, at least a foot taller than Andi, and glared at her, “In case you haven’t heard, this entire planet is about to be embroiled in a devastating war.”
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Great description of the captain’s character!
He sounds like he’s used to having his way. Like the dynamic between these two.
Andi is a tough one and will prove to be quite challenging for your Captain. Love it! The last sentence is an explosive new detail to story. Great six!!
Thank you very much for the comments! Yes they do start off butting heads more than a little, LOL. I’m hoping to sub this book in the VERY near future so all feedback very welcome as always 🙂
I already like your hero!
Sounds like he’s been thinking out how to convince her while he’s pacing.
Sounds like he doesn’t mince words, lol. His restlessness has a strong alpha male quality 🙂
Liked how you described his movements 🙂
I love a man who takes charge. Awesome six:)
What a great set-up to both these characters. He’s a panther/savior and she’s an independent woman who doesn’t take orders well. Love it.
Great six. I like your cat simile. 🙂
Great character building. Wonder how she reacts to his news?
He makes a convincing argument, LOL. Great hook – incredibly high stakes!
Oh…nothing like an Alpha Male who thinks he’s in charge! Great glimpse into both of their personalities in this six.