Free Knacayn: A Terraneu Novel (Book Seven) by Stormy McKnight Page B

years. I know you are
good at that kind of thing, but it is not the only road for you to take. You do
not have to be on the female council unless you want to be. You can explore
your options and pick what will make you truly happy. I could be a partner to you Kenzie. I would support you and be there by
your side.”
    Kenzie was stunned. When she had been orphaned at a young age, her
guardian had pushed her to become active in serving the Rebel leadership. That
was the only position which held any power or hope of advancement. Kenzie had
worked tirelessly to become a valued member of the leadership. Looking back, she realized perhaps she had been used
for her ability more than she had gotten any real satisfaction out of the job.
Not that she wasn’t good at it. She just hadn’t been fulfilled by it. Knacayn
was proving to be a powerful temptation. Could she have a life that was polar
opposite from the one she had on Earth?
    She lifted her eyes to his and saw he was sincere. He meant for her to
pick her own path. She knew Knacayn would never say anything he didn’t mean. He
would stand by whatever choice she made and wouldn’t judge her. As she watched,
his eyes started burning with another emotion. Her breath hitched in her throat
and her tongue flicked out to wet her lips. She couldn’t help herself. She
started to lean into Knacayn’s broad frame, just as he leaned forward into her.
Their chests met…
    “Is everything okay Kenzie?” Weston’s cold voice washed over her.
    Snapping back, Kenzie turned her head sluggishly toward Weston. “What?”
She forced her eyes from Knacayn’s smoking purple ones. Realizing Weston was
waiting for an answer she made her lips form the words. “Yes.   Everything is fine.
Thank you, Weston.”
    “When you didn’t come to the park I decided to search for you.” The accusation was heavy in his tone.
    “I’m sorry Weston. We were just…”Kenzie turned back to Knacayn and was
sad to see the moment was ruined. “Talking.” His face was shuttered and with a sigh, Kenzie decided retreat might be best for
the moment.
    “I can walk with you to the park. I will see you later Knacayn.” She
stood up and hesitantly joined Weston. She really didn’t want to leave with so
much unsaid between her and Knacayn. With a small smile, she realized she was being silly. She had as long as she
needed to say the things she wanted. They were going to be in the community for
a long time together.
    “What is that smile for?” Weston asked jealously and before she could
answer he added, “I know he is very handsome, but we really need you to be
focused on the refugees needs now Kenzie. You are our voice here on Terraneu . Without your help, how are we going
to get the things we want?”
    Kenzie forced her feet to keep following Weston to the park as she
thought on his words. Her head wasn’t turned because Knacayn was good looking.
She was drawn to him because he actually cared about her. He wasn’t trying to
get something from her. When she realized Weston was watching her she just
nodded absently.
    “I was telling the others you would be happy to work with the councils…”
he continued but Kenzie stopped listening. Weston was determined to keep them
separate and at odds with each other. The Earth refugees and Knacayn and his
people…always fighting just like the Rebel and Government factions? His words
were telling. They wanted her to work with the councils, not be a part of the female one. On top of all of that, he was assuming things about her which
weren’t true. She hadn’t decided on being active in the leadership of Terraneu.
Maybe she would follow a long ago dream of being a teacher. She had always
loved children and wouldn’t mind the change of pace.
    They had reached the park and Kenzie was drawn into a group of friends.
The talk soon became heated. Weston was rallying them into a frenzy. Trying to
map their future plans. She stepped aside and got everyone's