“So this is where you work,” Alrick purred, bringing his drink to his lips as he eyed Cassandra from where he sat. He hadn’t seen the woman since their little spat in the street, but it was awfully strange to see here in her place of business, where he was the customer. “I trust I’m safe from that wicked tongue of yours while we’re within these four walls? Or...am I?” @scngofthesea











