The Unspoken Line

Cora's POV

Maison rose to his feet, raising both hands and stopping Magnus from finishing what we all knew he was about to say.

"Magnus, let's all calm down." He turned to his son, his expression stern. "I apologize about Laurent's demand."

Then he faced Laurent directly. "If we're being honest, Laurent, that's an unreasonable request."

He faced Magnus again. "My son here will take whatever office