She pulled back her finger, snickering at his crossed eyes. "Do I, now?"

While Blood and Kiba and Toushi seemed to have no concept of the idea of suppressing their energy, Bastet normally kept hers banked out of habit. But right now, anyone could track her if they were so inclined; she wasn't trying to remain hidden.

She released her control just a little, allowing her pressure to build in the room. The warmth he'd mentioned deepened and darkened, hinting at the greater power she kept in check.

"And now," she asked. "Do you feel the difference?"