9 We reached the house and went in for breakfast. A plate of fried fish and a stack of soft, fluffy biscuits waited for us on the small but comfortable dining table. The food was soon consumed and the three dragon men rose from their seats. I stood as well, but Xander gestured to Stephanie. “Perhaps you would like to show your friend the beach and the docks. We will join you shortly.” I arched an eyebrow. “More secrets?” My dragon lord smiled. “Merely a matter of business. We would rather not bore you with affairs of state.” Stephanie curled her arms around one of mine and pulled me toward the hall. “I would very much like to see the beach.” I pursed my lips, but allowed her to lead me down the hall to the patio. The men followed us halfway down the passage, but turned into