Stephanie regarded Alistaire out of the corner of his eyes. He was playing an exceedingly dangerous game. Selene was not an individual to be angered, even if he'd wisely disassociated from her. But was that simply on Sebastian's orders? It was hard to know.

"Marcelo ... we should go say hello to the Mayor and the Senator, and let the others enjoy the party?" If Selene truly meant no harm, she'd drift, either away or to lurk at the edges.