Xander led her to a small informal dining alcove that was attached to the kitchen. The shape of the space suggested it was in one of the turret structures. Although the large windows offered an expansive view of the mountains, the space was intimate with a round table and a circular bench seat. The pale blue cushions reminded her of the sky on a winter"s morning. He invited her to climb in behind the table. When she was settled, he sat beside her. He had brought a bottle of wine, which he proceeded to pour into the waiting glasses. Kolz set the food on the table, then slipped into the alcove on the other side of her. The seat was large enough to fit them all comfortably, but Kolz and Xander edged closer, until their legs brushed hers. The heat from their hard muscular thighs seeped throu

