"Quite a charmer, isn't he Anika?" She felt Shivaay whispering in her ear. "Unlike you", she bit her lip at what she said. He raised an eyebrow at her words. "Rude, aren't we?" He turned to face her. "You are treading on a dangerous path, Anika. Would you like a punishment for your ill behavior?" She shivered at his words, knowing very well the 'punishment' he intended to give her. She could see the desire building in his eyes, mirroring hers. "What about Tia? Are you bored with her? Or do you now see my 'social status' befitting?" Anika stared directly in his eyes, accusing him of his insensitive words when they entered the party. "My social circle doesn't include you, Anika. You have a much intimate position in my heart, closer than anybody."