Rose's brow lifts and her lips purse, and for a moment the extent of her reaction is a series of three consecutive blinks. Granted, Pearl's jealousy itself comes as no surprise -- but her admitting to it makes a whole world of difference.

A slow smile sprawls across her features, and she takes a stride forward again, reaching -- just gently -- to cup Pearl's cheek in the palm of her hand.

"You want me all for yourself, is that it?"