She was no longer the frail and defenseless Thea who allowed people to bully her.

“Thea, trust me. I’ll bring back the Callahans. I’ll bring them back even if it means risking my life.” After saying that, he looked at Maxine and said, “Maxine, go back to Cansington with Thea. The situation in the Capital is too complicated and unpredictable, you should stay out of it for the time being.”

“I can’t do that,” Maxine objected immediately. “If I go with you, I can offer you advice or strategize wit