Chapter 23 Defiled

• Zeus POV
• Elara's eyes are shining with an excitement that I haven't seen from her since before she left for college. I don't have the heart to tell her that strip poker is the worst idea she has ever had. Leaning back against her headboard, I decide to let Zeke pop her bubble.
• She bolts from the room, no longer caring about being quiet. I can hear the thud of her feet scampering down the hall. I just hope she doesn't wake up Mom and Dad.