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MAEVE

I masked my pain and shock as I watched him take a napkin, dabbing the corner of his mouth.

He threw the napkin back on the table and focused his eyes on me.

"But I'm not just using you, Maeve. I'm protecting you. I'll keep you safe, healthy, powerful. You'll never have to worry about a single thing."

I scoffed. "Powerful?" I glanced around with mockery in my eyes. "By what? Making you