Exton

Raina and Gareth return to the party in time to join in the toast for Grace. Everyone seems to be having a great time, except Alise who has a contemplative look on her face.

“Lítill einn, whats wrong? You look kind of serious.”

Alise turns and smiles at Raina. “Well, you look like the cat that got the cream... and no I dont need to know why...”

The women laugh and Alise fills her in on what she has learned about the vampires girl. “Star says her name is Laila... and Ramji seems to be watching her....”

Raina glances around and sighs. “I dont know what to do either. All I know is that Rath character really rubs Nick the wrong way for some reason. Wait until he sees how she has been mistreated....”

Alise nods, “I should find all my children and get them to bed, its getting late... and I think the party is about to really start...” Alise looks over to the large picnic table where Patty has just delivered an entire tray full of jello shots in various colors.

“Mmmm....join us when you can.” Raina kisses Tara good night and joins the group at the table.

As Raina nears her brother she stops and hugs him. “I am so excited for you and Star. I cant imagine how you must be feeling.” Her gaze follows his, “Shes fine here. No one wants to harm her and if they did how many shifters and riders are right here? No one would have a chance..”

Erik nods, “I know. But I cant help but worry about her. She is so naive at times. And now she seems to want to befriend this girl..”

Rowan joins the group and listens for a moment. “I think its a good thing. She is coming out of her shell more and more since she met you. Your love and acceptance has given her some much needed confidence. And the girl? She wont harm anyone. Her aura is pure, some blue that would indicate sadness but thats about it. She isnt like the vampire who keeps her, she isnt evil. Let them be friends, it would probably be good for both of them.”

Glancing at the table where the tavern crowd has gathered Rowan holds up the bottle of whiskey that Monty saved for her and starts to laugh. “Sweet Goddess, jello shots and whiskey? This could be a very interesting night...”