The song ended as applause echoed throughout the room. The next song was slower. Talhan pulled Rua in closer to his body, warmth seeping from his burgundy tunic. His hand drifted down to her lower back just as the scent of cloves and snow hit Rua, and Talhan paused. “May I cut in?” a voice sounded behind her, making her whole body go still. “Of course, I can’t be too selfish hoarding the best dancer all night.” Talhan winked at Rua while she gave him a cutting look, her eyes accusing him of abandoning her.
