River's Point of View...
"Rose, what are you doing here?" I fumed.
Protection spells were cast to keep her away from Raven and me. How was she here now? Why? My heart raced, knowing I couldn't use magic to protect myself or Steve. Rose gave me a wolfish grin, her eyes glinting mischievously.
"Hello, River and Steve. You are both looking exceptionally fine this evening," Rose smiled seductively. She tilted her head and used subtle movements to draw attention to her voluptuous body. Rose's intense gaze lingered on each of us, designed to convey a sense of longing and connection. I wasn't falling for it. Steve, on the other hand...
"Rose, you look exquisite," Steve adulated. The yearning to be with her again was written all over his face, so much for things starting to get serious with A
