((Just had been wondering, in case you had been planning something; I avoided making Alyx go too far from the kitchen just in case))<br/><br/>Alyxander had been able to sense Johnathan's presence even before he neared the other boy, but ignored it. He nearly walked past completely until he heard the mention of Reika; though indirect as it was, as John never used her name. He turned and looked over to where the other boy was, but tried to keep from glaring.<span style="font-style: italic">"I may just take the girl for myself. She is a pretty little wench."</span>Alyx stiffened a bit, his breath hitching in his throat. It took a moment before he trusted his temper and his voice. "You best stay away from her." He answered, trying to keep the threat out of his tone. His blue eyes were narrowed a bit, warning John not to push his luck. He didn't try Kate's brother any more than the other boy trusted him. Especially when Reika was involved. "She is a friend of mine, nothing less or more. And if you harm her or do else to her, your father shall be the first to hear of it." He turned to head off towards the stairs again, but it took a moment before he could believe he could walk away without doing anything that may provoke John further.