He took a slow sip of wine.
"That's interesting. Because I've known my brother my whole life. I've never seen him smile the way he smiles at her. I've never seen him care about anyone the way he cares about her." His eyes flicked to where Leo and Bella still danced, oblivious. "And I'd hate for anyone to get the wrong idea. Wouldn't you?"
The girl nodded frantically. "It was just gossip. Stupid gossip. I didn't start it, Ana did. I just, I'm sorry. I'm so sorry."
Jay smiled. It didn't reach his eyes.
"Make sure Ana knows. And everyone else." He set his wine glass on a passing tray, never looking away from her. "If I hear one more person talking about my brother's marriage like it's something to pick apart, I'll be very disappointed."
He let the word hang.
Then he turned and walked back toward the dance floor, leaving the two women pale and silent behind him.
He found Jace near the bar, watching him with raised eyebrows.
"What was that about?" Jace asked quietly.
