The distance from Victoria not only served to focus their attention on one another, but it also allowed Anthony a chance for his senses to stretch further, no longer being forced to focus on her presence alone he could sense the others.  They were weaker, more subtle, but each of them brushed politely against his mental defenses, letting him know that he had literally walked into the predators den so to speak.  For a moment it was almost overwhelming, but another brush from Victoria’s mind, almost an absent caress sent the others back into their own minds, leaving him in relative peace for the moment if he could ignore her.<br/><br/><em>What do you want done with him Mistress…</em>an almost serpentine feeling mind whispered into hers, telling her that her children were watching the newcomer just as closely as she was. After speaking to Anthony however she had few worries where he was concerned.  He didn’t yet possess the strength needed to challenge her, and even once his powers were fully recovered she would have the upper hand.<br/><br/><em>Nothing at the moment Aaron, simply watch and wait… I want to see this play out personally before I make my decisions in regards to him…</em>she purred back, caressing his mind almost sensually before she moved on to another set of mortal guests.<br/><br/>Her presence was ever in the back of Anthony’s mind, polite but unwavering as she watched his attempt at seduction with no small amount of amusement, allowing him free rein to do what he needed in order to secure his Bridge.  It wasn’t a sign of kindness, but rather a sign of boredom.  If nothing else this would prove a distraction, an unknown that she couldn’t quite control completely yet.  A novelty.<br/>