They hadn't lost the war, as Gene had said, but they had won a small battle; however, Alex couldn't shake the sick fear that more blood would be spilled before the real war would come to an end.

I already know I'm in trouble when I start anticipating the next glimpse of him, and can't even last five minutes without hoping he'll walk past.

Every morning one must observe the rituals of the bean.

1. Story
2. Coffee
3. Hidden
4. Therapy
5. Chivalry
6. Possession
7. Taste
8. Sacrifice
9. Patriotic
10. Talent