Back when Thea impersonated Maxine to save James, she had seen with her own eyes how James’ martial art skills were taken away by Hades. However, she did not have any martial art skills. Even with the support of the God-King Palace, she could not act recklessly.
Now, she applauded James for crippling Hades.
“Have you thought of the consequences?” Maxine frowned.
James said, “Of course I have. I was worried that the Johnstons would lose control. If not, I would’ve killed that old geezer.”