Chapter 42

But the words trailed off when he realized that his brother was looking, and he noted something that hadn’t been there before: a darkening expression and a rush of something familiar. Eric stood up and approached them, wrestling with a scowl until only that same stoic expression remained.

“You should get inside. It’s cold here.”

Tina ignored him.

“Tina,” Eric growled.

Tina glowered at him and opened her mouth. But Luke was faster, wrapping an arm around her waist and drawing her closer.

“I’m here to warm her up if it’s needed.”

She squeaked in bewilderment but managed to keep most of the sound subtle. She sank into his embrace and nodded. “Yes. That’s right. Luke’s here.”

A muscle ticked on Eric’s jaw. More muscles bunched. As much as he enjoyed the discovery and wondered how deep it ran, he knew he was playing with fire and wasn’t in the mood to deal with it when it came out. So, he shrugged.

“But the mansion’s a much better option, I suppose. Or one of the tents. Come on, Tina.”

Tin