"Much better. But do not tell Dora that if she shows up or she might be offended." She chuckled and absolutely fell for the trap (?), rubbing her hand over Elion's belly, but ready to pull back if scratching dared to happen!

She smiled up at him. "So long as you are not throwing my things around, I do not mind you being here — whether I am or not. I have nothing to hide."