"Even if I hold only a small place in Theodore's heart because of Marley, it is still better than being in your place. At least within Theodore's heart, I am Helen, not someone else's substitute."

Ariana's wariness surged, her voice now laced with caution.

"What exactly do you mean by that?"

Helen snorted and began to recite, "Do you like blue, spicy food, horror movies, puppets, rock and heavy metal music? Your favorite band, The Death-bound birth."

“What? Do you want to say that I'm a substitute for Marley?" Ariana was furious.