Ravensblood Forest Trees of Crimson

She liked that he liked to watch her, and she was pleased to have caught him in the act before he lifted his gaze to meet hers. As expected, he confirmed that his suggestion was only meant to offer her company, which she was glad to accept. I'd like company. She had no fears about wandering alone at night, but company would make the journey faster, especially when it came in the form of handsome wolf with a smart mouth, whose playful winks sent bolts of heat shooting through her.  

He was at her side quickly, asking a question she hadn't really given much thought to. She shrugged her pale, slender shoulders, her smile growing as she studied his face. What I do in my free time isn't really anyone's business but mine, she told him. She wondered what kind of pack he was used to that tried to police what its wolves did outside of pack lands. Even if I wasn't one of the leaders, it still wouldn't be anyone's business. Then her expression turned playful again. But if you tease me too much, then maybe I'll send them after you anyway. Truthfully, she liked the teasing, even when it drove her crazy; it made things more interesting.