Chapters 1/2
In a careful or cautious manner.
Gingerly
Anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
Apprehensive
To fall over or collapse, often suddenly.
Keeled
In a hesitant or unwilling manner.
Reluctantly
The feeling that a person or a thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn.
Contempt
Impossible to understand
Unfathomable
A strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant.
Premonition
Brave, noble, or chivalrous in spirit or action.
Gallant
Used to emphasize how small or insignificant someone or something is.
Mere
A horse with a golden coat and white mane and tail.
Palomino
Argued about petty and trivial matters.
Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.
Aloof
Extremely cruel or wicked; devilish.
Fiendish
Bold or daring feats; notable achievements.
Exploits
Compliance with standards, rules, or laws; behavior in accordance with socially accepted conventions.
Conformity
Something granted in response to demands; a compromise.
Concession
Resigned
Expressing sorrow or regret, especially in a wry or humorous way.
Exaggerated or uncontrollable emotion or excitement.
Hysterics
Insufficient to satisfy the needs or demands; rare.
Scarce
Bad-tempered and sulky.
Sullen
Reforms
Changes made to improve a situation, especially in politics or society.
Ornery
Bad-tempered or difficult to deal with; stubborn.
Doggedly
In a manner that shows tenacity and grim persistence.
Aghast
Filled with shock or horror.
Leery
Cautious or wary due to suspicions.