Zoey smiled slightly at Lirae's words.
'He has someone he likes.'
Warmth bloomed in her chest. Somehow, she knew it was her, and it made her incredibly happy. Although the sight of numerous women flocking all over him made her clench her hands at her powerlessness.
If only she had enough power, she would've put them all in their place.
But then the chill reached her, and her gaze sharpened.
Why did it suddenly feel like Maera was ready to erase 'that' person from existence?
As the tension escalated, Atticus was soon saved by a whisper that came from beside him.
Nate leaned in and whispered something into his ear. Atticus had heard him clearly, and the words were ones that he should think extensively about before taking any action.
Yet, considering the current situation, Atticus had never been more grateful.
Bowing slightly to the ladies, he quickly excused himself.
"I apologize, but I have something important to attend to."
