But even the face of Charlotte's shameless accusation, Maria's lips curled into a smirk.
"You really are a dog." She mocked. "One sniff and you piece it all together. Impressive."
"But say what you want about my mouth, in the end, it was Mika who was satisfied with it. What do you think about that?"
Charlotte's eyes flared pink, her fury spiking, her body trembling with the urge to act. She looked ready to tear Maria apart where she stood. But Maria leaned closer, her voice smooth, taunting.
"Go on. Do it. You could do something horrible to me right here, and no one would ever know. Your powers are perfect for that...And me? I'm just a mortal. No blessing, no protection. Easy prey."
She tilted her head, eyes glinting with provocation.
"But do you really have the guts to do so with him around?"
