Finally, after working her way through the entire assembly, leaving a trail of humiliated warriors in her wake, Mavis turned her attention toward Thea.
Her mouth opened—
"And as for you, big sis Thea—"
But Thea simply turned her head with a small, knowing smile.
"What is it, Mavis? What are you going to say about me?" Her voice was calm, almost amused. "Are you planning to insult me as well?"
The effect was immediate and dramatic.
Mavis, who had been so confident, so utterly assured of her superiority suddenly faltered.
Her smug smile wavered, becoming strained and uncertain. She forced it back into place, but it was a hollow imitation of its former glory.
"Oh, not at all, Big Sis Thea!" She said quickly, her voice losing its cutting edge. "You've been doing an exemplary job protecting our queen!"
"I, of course, have absolutely nothing to say to you. Nothing whatsoever!"
Luca raised an eyebrow.
'Interesting. Very interesting. So there is someone she respects.'
