Book Seven: Chapter 177

Titania turned to face Zel. “It would seem that we have competing claims, Chieftain of the Moon tribe.” Her voice softened. “This man is responsible for the abduction of your child on a completely different property. However, he did break the laws of Hospitality to do so. I suppose we could debate which crime occurred first, but I would be happy to just grant you a favor and allow you to make the claim first.”

Zel scowled at Titania, her eyes briefly shifting over to meet Mike’s. He shook his head and then tilted it in Beth’s direction. Ever since Cecilia’s return from the Royal Court, the general rule was that no deals or conversations should be had with the fae without either Mike or Beth weighing in directly.

“I would like to...defer to my legal counsel on this matter.” Zel was practically grinding her teeth in anger. “I will abide by her words.”

“I see.” Titania nodded demurely, an act that was somehow terrifying. The queen turned to Beth, who now stood at atte