Cats and Dogs
On the bus, rob dictated kent and saul to sit together again, by pointing at each of them, then the seat, and collapsing into his own. they didn't argue. "so," kent started after a fair bit of silence. "that was nice of them.
Skinwalker: Chapter Fifteen
But when her eighteenth birthday had finally come, and skinwalker custom dictated that she set out on her own to awaken and lead her own pack... _i felt so alone,_she thought, the memory making her eyes sting.
Suncrest - Chapter 9
And the way i see it, our survival dictates we cement this occasion in some way. y'know besides just getting paid." tea's brow raised further. "are you...suggesting we celebrate?" giu smiled. "doesn't have to be that crazy.
Recontextualize 16 - And They're Multiplying
The bears dictated what happened, and he had to go along with it (while wasting precious time that he could be doing something.) the bears only left at midnight, keeping him company even through supper.
Lost & Found
Davis cleared his throat, "janet, you know company policy dictates that there are to be no animals in the office, do you not?" he didn't give her a chance to respond, "come now, time to visit hr, you can collect your cat later."
MoonDust, Chapter 17
With the less rugged truck dictating their route, the ride was smooth, and after a time imogene began to nod in and out of a light doze. she wasn't sure how much time had passed when the crawler came to an abrupt stop.
In the Negative: Chapter 5
It is done so by the dictates of your heart, humphrey, your heart and nothing else, and does my heart say that i want to follow in my father's footsteps and lead the pack someday? you bet it does."
Michael's Path Preview
As decorum had always dictated. "shall i escort thee to the king?" "nay, i am more than able. thank you greatly." he inclined his muzzle quickly to indicate great respect.
Down with the Giant Knight
You don't have the right to dictate other people's lives!" "power is everything in this world. you are either strong, or you are nothing more than a peasant meant to serve. accept your death like a good little peasant."
Void Incursions Chapter 1: Contact
It also carries military encryption keys and they are valid" kelinen replied politely as protocol dictated. "ship's name, itinerary, and purpose?" general alkir huffed out in more of a statement then a question.
Chapter 2 & 3 - The Grandmaster of Sarthas
"my father is not here to dictate orders to me, or anyone else. i was placed in command of this patrol, and until i choose to leave, or find myself relieved of this command, we will follow our standing patrol orders. is that clear captain?"
Snake Charm
No one ruled with iron will, dictated how life should be lived, or enforced any special rules upon the groups. everyone knew the risks and kept to themselves, apart from humanity but living near or within the civilization.