He skipped the pleasantries. "You know why I'm here."

"No, Jorick. I have no idea."

"Malick sent me."

"Did he?" He felt her gaze run over his well-muscled body as she licked her lips. "I thought perhaps you'd come to see me."

For a moment, he was tempted, but the memory of Velnya, of her large violet eyes, pushed the thoughts away. "I'm married."

Kateesha leaned against the door frame and pouted. "Yes, I know, and to such a plain, timid little ...