Riven needed to make sure Eli was all right, especially since the story had deviated. He needed to ensure that his bunny would not be bullied.
Riven sighed in contentment, sinking deeper into the warm water as the steam curled around him. The big bathtub was luxurious and spacious, making him feel like he could float away and forget about the chaotic morning. He absentmindedly traced circles on the water's surface, letting his mind wander.
The water showering from above just made everything better.
The tension from earlier seemed to have faded, and he was grateful for the peace and quiet. He couldn't deny how good it felt to finally relax his sore muscles after being pulled between Ronan and Soren like a chew toy.
He closed his eyes, letting his thoughts drift, but the creak of the door made his ears twitch. His eyes snapped open, and he glanced over his shoulder to see Soren stepping inside. Riven immediately noticed something was off.
