章 2076: Contingency Plans (Part 2)

"Nice to meet you, Kelia. You may not wear a dress but you are no less lovely than any other dame in this room." Lith decided to probe how deep the influence of the Horseman was with a random compliment.

The choked, high-pitched squeal that came out of her mouth while even her nails turned to a deep shade of red told him that Kelia was a regular teenager if he had ever seen one.

When the music started, Lith threaded his fingers into hers and put the other hand on her hip, sending Kelia into hyperventilation.

"Do you realize that dancing requires physical contact, don't you?" He asked.

"And do you realize that she's just a kid, hot stuff?" A cold, male voice came out of her mouth as her demeanor became as flawless as Lith's. "I've trained Kelia to be a skilled mage and a ruthless fighter, but even I am powerless against hormones."