Page 116 of The Dragon's Gambit

“Like I said, as much as I love a paper cut.”

The sound of footsteps approaching made them turn their heads. Xander, Mason and Lee were walking toward them.

“Is everything okay?” Xander asked. Lee remained focused on Reiya but kept his distance.

Brody sighed and filled them in on what he found. “Honestly, I wanted to take Reiya back to Elysia.” He looked down at her. “But she reminded me that this is her home now. We already had to leave our home once because of demons, and we aren’t going to let that happen again.”

“Brody, could you show the area to Reese? I’d like him to look over it as well.” Xander looked at Brody and watched his eyes flicker nervously down to his sister. “She will be glued to Dex’s side. Even if he has to follow her into the ladies’ room,” Xander teased and heard a low grumble escape Lee’s lips.

“I would never. Lila or Ruby would follow her in there.” Dex held up his hands and looked at Lee, shaking his head.

“I’ll have my eyes on her at all times tonight.” Lee was staring directly at Reiya as he spoke to Brody. “Go ahead and show Reese the area.”

“Okay.” Brody nodded and looked at Reiya. “Behave.” He pointed at her, right in the face.

“I don’t know why people say that to me so much.” Reiya looked around as all eyes stared at her in disbelief. Then the sound of the guys chuckling filled the air around her. She furrowed her brows and folded her arms.

She shot them a smile and then shrugged her shoulders. “What I mean is, I don’t know why it’s said to me so much. It’s not like I heed it anyway.” She tilted her head to Brody and stuck her tongue out at him, then walked away. As she walked past Lee, she winked at him and gave him a crooked smile. These men could tell the water to flow in a different direction, but it wasn’t like it was going to listen. It would just be a waste of breath.

“It’s a good thing she’s Levi’s mate. I think it’s going to take a deity to keep her safe.” Xander laughed and rubbed the back of his neck. The other men chuckled and nodded. Lee smiled, and his gaze followed her as she walked back to the party. Even the littlest things she did had a way of making him burn for her.

Chapter 73 Dragon’s Pet

She heard the gentle trotting of feet approach her side. “Where do you think you’re traipsing off to without your escort?”

She tilted her head to see Dex grinning at her. “So, is this the new thing now? Since Xander has a mate, you get stuck on patrol with me?”

“Haha, who got stuck with what now? I volunteered. I get to spend time with an interesting young lady. Besides, I look at it as getting to spend time with a new friend. Maybe get on her good side for future gain …” He smirked at her, and she giggled.

They walked over to the punch table. The other men had returned to the tents as well. Lee took his place standing in the front of the tent off to the side. Xander and Mason were both leading their mates out on the dance floor to kickstart the celebration, and Weston was approaching Dex and Reiya.

“Is three a crowd?” Weston asked as he walked up to them, a small frown resting on his face as he gave them puppy dog eyes.

“Well, I guess, if you don’t have any other friends.” Dex sighed and shrugged, playfully rolling his eyes at Weston.

“Come on, Reiya. You can tell I’m more fun to be with. I’m arguably the most fun out of all the kings,” Weston said smugly.

“Which is exactly why she shouldn’t be in your care,” Dex said pointedly. No telling what trouble the two of them would get into.

Reiya felt Dex’s arm slide around her waist as he drew her between him and Weston. She glanced at him, but he continued talking to Weston. It wasn’t until she caught a glimpse of purple that she realized why he’d moved her.

“My Lords, how is your evening going tonight?” Clovis asked, his eyes flickering over to Reiya.

Dex looked at him with little interest. “The accommodations are good, the food is good, and it’s been relatively peaceful. So far, the evening has also been fine. My sister found her mate and is happy.”

“Yes, speaking about her finding her mate. Who exactly is YOUR mate, princess?” Clovis asked, looking pointedly at Reiya.

Reiya scoffed. “This again? Look, I can see you have a fascination with purple. That’s fine. But your fascination with my life is old hat. Please find someone else to bother.” Reiya rolled her eyes and saw his temper rise.

“What does it matter to you anyway?” Weston looked at Clovis, mild irritation in his voice.

Reiya looked at the man in front of her. Really … what was his deal with purple? Did he own any other color of clothing? She watched as his eye slowly began to twitch. He was obviously angry and couldn’t express it in front of the present company.Wow, is he pathetic.

“I’d like to know what kingdom the dragon is from ... the one who marked her,” Clovis said as he struggled with his composure.

Dex chuckled. “I don’t see where it’s any of your business. Who are you that you need to know this information? No one. You’re nobody.”

“Dragons do not take non-dragon mates. It’s as simple as that. None do. Someone did something they shouldn’t have. I can’t believe all the lords are fine with this. It’s an outrage!” Clovis’s voice hissed with bitterness as his eyes flickered angrily at Reiya.