"Ashira, don't be nervous, she's just teasing you," Ethan said with a warm smile, shaking his head fondly.
"Who did you learn from."
Solara turned back and glanced teasingly at the tavern.
Raze, not to be outdone, snapped retort, "You girl, don't make blind hints. I didn't teach you that. You learned it yourself."
Ethan simply smiled and let the exchange pass without comment.
"Come in," Ethan said, pulling Ashira gently by the hand and leading her into the tavern.
"Good brother, you're back! You worried me to death," Rain came forward, crossing her arms as she appraised Ethan from head to toe.
"I've been secluded for a while," Ethan replied calmly.
"Oh... as expected of the peerless monster I admire, have you advanced to the Nirvana realm?!"
Rain stepped up, standing on her tiptoes to whisper into Ethan's ear, her tone sultry and laden with temptation.
"With your power, I doubt I can block any of your moves. If you're willing, I won't resist."
