Laila and Star talk and laugh like old friends. The riders smile indulgently at the pair, most have never seen Star so animated and remember the shy silent girl that clung to Eriks side.
Erik returns to the table and leans close to Keon. “What do you suppose Rath is up to? Why would he suddenly let his servant, or whatever she is, have a friend? I know he is occupied at the moment, but he never let her out of his sight before..”
Eyes narrowing Keon replies, “I know. I dont ken what he wants, but there must be something.”
The mens words are interrupted by a happy squeal. Tomas is dancing with his maman but he wants to see the pretty girl talking to tante Star.
Alise dances over to the girls and stops when she sees the images Tomas is sending her.
“I hope you dont mind, but I think this young man wants to dance with you.” Tomas leans away from his mother and towards Laila.
Laila pushes the blue scarf back, pulls her hair out and drapes it across her shoulders. She takes Tomas and settles him on a hip. “Are you ready? Promise not to step on my toes?” They both giggle and the music changes to a slightly faster beat.
Laila sways her hips in time, oblivious to the stares from some of the men. She moves with grace and is a joy to watch.
As Ramji watches her movements visions of her naked in the moonlight, water dripping down her body come unbidden to his mind. He lowers his gaze for a moment, controlling his expression.
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