Edge of Thorns 3 - Pt 17Part 17 Something to pass the time is better than nothing. "I'm too paranoid to sleep now," Nathan said, only half joking. "Is there anything we can make that doesn't involve the oven? I think some sweets may ease everyone's nerves." He looked at Lidia in his arms, who had stopped crying but was still curled closely to him. Enya smiled and lifted one shoulder, starting back into the kitchen. "We can check. I think I spotted some no-bake boxes in there when I was hunting for stuffing ingredients. Let's go take a look." The writer nodded and carefully stood, Lidia adjusting her hold while he carried her. Once in the kitchen, he set the c
Edge of Thorns 3 - Pt 15Part 15 She's young; showing her will probably be the easiest way to explain, without getting into too many complicated details. Nathan drew a deep breath, held it, then released it slowly. "I think," he said carefully. "I think it would be easier to show her." He cast a glance at Alton. "Trying to explain things would get complicated, but she should at least know there are... angels about?" Putting his glasses on again and staring at him curiously, a small smile spread across the bookseller's lips. "I suppose, for a child so young, simple is probably best." He looked on into the kitchen. "Though it's a shame that I must be her introduct