"I'm the sphinx." She whispers in his ear. "We're known for burning men alive when hey displease us."

Her smile is one that lacks seriousness in the moment though it is a true statement. "You are going to have to learn you don't always get to be the one taking anything."

That was a little more serious as she sips her drink. No one owned nor commanded her. Maybe that is why she let him chase her, because she refused to be a conquest for anyone.