Chapter 64: Tests

Natalie was practically dancing around the table, setting out drinks and food. She had been right about Griff and Liam not wanting them by the pool again, but she had managed to talk them into it. Of course, there were two really well-armed men patrolling the bushes, but she didn't care.

After everything that had happened over the last week, she was eager to spend time destressing with her sister and Mandy.

She heard soft laughter and looked up to see Mandy and Nyrissa walking out of the kitchen.

"Hey, sis. It looks like you managed to convince the teddys to allow us to be out here!" Nyrissa commented cheerfully.

Natalie gave her a quick wink. "You know me, Rissa. There's nothing I can't get with my big eyes."

Nyrissa laughed. "Oh yes, I know that for a fact. You've used those eyes on me a few times. Not that I really appreciated it. But I know how powerful they can be. Liam and Griffin didn't stand a chance."