Bab 215: Dirty Confessions III

"Actually…" Francessa trailed off. "I might not be for much longer."

Atticus's eyes nearly sparkled. Finally, she was getting to the point. But all he did was let out a disbelieving laugh.

"Surely you jest! While I look forward to having more magic users in Vramid, that's just not possible. Don't tell me you've suddenly awakened your powers, like my wife?" Atticus prodded as he rested his chin on his hand, every inch the enthralled audience. 

Francessa's face curdled slightly when she was compared to Queen Daphne Molinero. "I am nothing like Queen Daphne! She might've been blessed with the magic of royalty after all but she is still pathetic!" She burst out, outraged. "I've met someone who promised to awaken my abilities soon, and everyone will see how capable I am!"