Rainier paused, physically removing his ring, and dropping the Jewel onto the blankets. Whatever was done to Surreal, he would do it. The Craft could be used -- later. They could expand, later.

Later.

Was an excellent word.

"I don't think that is what you were originally going to say."

Thumb returning to tease her curls, he gently slid two fingers inside, exploring her warmth.