Trap Within a Trap

The cheeks of Nolan became even redder than Maia's, the distinct imprints of five fingers standing out on his face, evidence of Camilla's recent aggression.

"Nolan! No, don't hit my brother," Maia cried, her tears flowing genuinely out of worry and fear, unlike her previous pretense.

Seeing the two children so concerned about each other, a trace of envy flashed in Camilla's eyes, but it quickly tu