her only mistake was she was in love with none other than the crown prince of the empire . james reached over and pushed his brother off the carriage step . this is not at all how i pictured you would react . '' i hit a brace , put on the look , and ask , `` you have a problem with my men and myself , major ? '' her fingers pressed against the side of her neck , rubbing hard . i do n't see where this is going . they seemed to absorb the sunlight like black holes . 