A woman carrying two glasses of water approached their table before Thallia could ask Leon another question.
She looked to be in her late twenties, with thick dark hair flowing in loose waves down her back. Her skin held the warm glow of someone who spent more time outdoors than in, and her eyes were an unusual blue-green, like sunlight moving through deep water.
Those eyes caught Thallia's attention immediately.
“Good evening.” She set the waters on the table. “I'm Nerina. I'll be taking care of you tonight.”
Leon smiled in recognition. “Hi, Nerina.”
Her blue-green eyes moved to Thallia, and her welcoming expression brightened with unmistakable curiosity.
Leon caught it. This morning, half his family had spent several hours at the Stone House. By now, Leon wouldn't have been surpris
