"They're on the house," Sitri said with a dismissive wave of her hand. "One of the benefits of being a friend of the pack." She looked sideways at Marcone, who nodded almost imperceptibly.
"My apologies, Sheriff, if I seemed rude," he said, turning to look at Eric. "My experiences with vampires have not been entirely pleasant, but that's no excuse to be inhospitable. I'm pleased that the new Sheriff, even if he is temporary, is working to maintain to truce and the UnSeelie Accords."
"Lord John Marcone," Harry muttered under his breath. "Only human free-holding lord currently recognized by the Accords." Taking a deep breath, he kissed Hank's cheek and let her go to so he could stand next to Eric. Nauti appeared a moment later with a tray in her hand. She handed her Alpha a glass of water and Harry a beer before offering everyone else their drinks. Marcone picked up his glass of bourbon with a polite nod.