"If you've got nothing

He was keen to find Ariana as quickly as possible. Any interference from Zayden was a nuisance he could do without.

“Wow, short memory, huh?" Zayden shook his head, amusement in his smile, lowering his hands. He stepped closer to Theodore, whispering, “Didn't I just mention? My visit to Eleymond was to meet my sister-in-law."

Suddenly, a wave of unease crashed over Theodore. Realization struck him and anger surged, hot and fast. Before he knew it, his hands had latched onto Zayden's collar, his forehead pulsating with veins.

"Don't you dare touch her!"