A Territorial Kiss

After spitting her threats at Maeve, Cecilia turned her gaze back to Kael.

"If you really care about her, come to me now," she said coldly. "Maybe then I'll let her walk away in one piece. Otherwise—"

Before she could finish, Maeve grabbed Kael by the collar, yanked him close, and kissed him right there in front of everyone.

It was a bold kiss—more of a statement than a gesture of affection. It wa