Cynthia Dion: 

"I said she's staying here, and I don't want to hear any more complaints," Atticus surprisingly spoke up for me.

"She's unwell and needs care. I don't want any of you causing her any stress," his voice had never sounded so commanding and forceful. Even his sister was taken aback by his transformation.

"What did she do to you?" Mara asked, seemingly falling in line with those who labeled me as a seductress who ensnares others' mates.

"Do I need to ...