Stella
The front door rattles causing me to stop mid stir. I keep the wooden spoon above the pot and stay still, waiting for the next sounds to alert me of who's home. I smile to myself when I hear the obvious protest in Roman's grumble, the tension leaving my body because I instantly know I’m not in any danger.
"I told you, it's temporary. I have nowhere else to go. I promise I won't overstay my welcome…" I hear the faint whine of Autumn’s voice.
"You already did. Not that you were ever welcomed." Roman interjects, but of course, the sassy vampire ignores him.
"I'm figuring out where to go next. Come on, it's not that bad having a houseguest. It gives you the perfect excuse to share a room with Stella." She says the last part in a sing-song voice. My cheeks heat up instantly. I could
