They all knew what that meant. Vampire. He looked over, trying to be casual as he searched the shadows behind the women. Calista was watching him, that curious expression back on her face. She knew something was up. They were going to have to have that talk soon. For now, he wanted them home and safely inside a building he knew he could keep secure. She must have sensed the direction of his thoughts because she gathered her sisters and came to him. “We’re going to call it a night.” She turned to Alec and nodded. “Thanks for watching my sister.” “You’re most welcome,” he answered. He met Isadora’s eyes and bowed low at the waist. “Good evening, Izzy.” Nico ran around to the front of the house to find their carriage while they went inside to make their excuses. The Fordham’s were surprisingly easy to find and gracious about their guests ditching the ball so early. Outside, Nico was waiting and helped the ladies get inside. Then he dropped into the shadows and shifted.
