Gods & Monsters, #2
The Throne of Broken Gods
by Amber V. Nicole
Contents
Chapter 71
Overview
Dianna brings Samkiel to her and Gabby’s first safe house, confronting grief, Kaden’s abuse, and her fear of burdening Samkiel. They choose exclusivity and consummate their relationship, forging a potent bond. The resulting power surge draws neighbors and celestials, forcing a swift escape that risks exposing their alliance.
Summary
Dianna guides Samkiel to the foreclosed house she once shared with Gabby. Inside, memories surface as Dianna explains the carved family initials and the home’s meaning. She admits Kaden’s control and abuse, her resulting issues with attachment, and apologizes for pushing Samkiel away to spare him a “horrible life.”
Samkiel answers with reassurance, insisting any life without Dianna would be worse. When Dianna initiates intimacy, Samkiel halts to clarify intentions: if they move forward, he wants exclusivity and commitment. Dianna agrees, and they share a consensual, tender yet intense encounter that symbolizes emotional healing and mutual choice over destiny.
Their joining unleashes a surge of Samkiel’s power—lights flicker and burst, candles snuff, and darkness blankets Onuna—signaling the depth of their bond. Afterward, both recognize a strengthened, dangerous connection that feels unbreakable. Dianna experiences rare safety and acceptance; Samkiel declares he would choose her over any preordained amata.
Headlights and a knock interrupt them. Neighbors and celestials gather outside on a noise complaint. To avoid exposure and political fallout, Samkiel restores the room, clothes them with a snap, and carries Dianna out the back as authorities breach the front, escaping before they are recognized.
Who Appears
- DiannaNarrator; returns to her and Gabby’s old safe house, confronts trauma, apologizes, chooses exclusivity with Samkiel, and consummates their bond.
- SamkielSupports Dianna’s healing, sets terms of exclusivity, and consummates their relationship; his power surge draws attention; he helps them escape.
- Neighbors of the streetDrawn by the noise and power surge, gather outside the house, inadvertently escalating the risk of exposure.
- Celestial officersRespond to a noise complaint and attempt entry, prompting Dianna and Samkiel’s quick departure.
- LoganReferenced; advised Samkiel to clarify intentions before intimacy, influencing Samkiel’s approach.