Bab 175: I need some sleep, please

Tristan narrowed his eyes and eased his breathing, wondering what to make of the situation.

'Was she serious, or is this some expensive joke?'

"There you go again, with that frown. You don't have to look like a sour puss. I'm here now as instructed, and I'm not going anywhere until I accomplish my task."

"I'm not frowning; I'm just trying to figure this out," Tristan said. "We are talking about you coming on board as our guide and professor, right?"

Erika smiled confidently, then took a step closer. She was now within arm's reach, and he could see the glimmer of the red gems around her neck and the bracelet that wrapped around her wrist, a little higher than the one Jessica wore.

"I am at your service." Erika made a slight bow, lowering her head slightly toward his crotch.