Droplets shimmered on Iunoβs shoulders as she emerged from the pool, pushing back her damp hair with one elegant hand. Her expression, ever composed, was broken by a gentle poutβrare and deliberate.
βYou dragged me out here,β she said coolly, her voice soft and edged with amusement, βand now you're just sitting there watching?β She raised an eyebrow, teasing, the curve of her lips deepening into a knowing smirk.
βI donβt get this soaked for nothing, you know. A little appreciation wouldnβt hurt.β Iuno tilted her head, letting the water trail down her jawline. βOrβ¦ are you too stunned to say something clever for once?β
A pause.
βCareful. If you stay quiet too long,β she added, her voice barely above a whisper, βI might assume youβre just admiring the view.β