Page 80 of Hero of Havoc

With a huff, she drops onto the chair, folding her arms over her chest as I round the table, leaning back against it as I get in her space, waiting for her eyes to latch onto mine before I speak. “What do you know of Leonardo Corrigan?”

Her eyebrows pinch in confusion. “As in the leader of the Second Kingdom?” she clarifies, and I nod.

“One and the same.”

“I’ve never met him but I’ve heard he’s vile.”

“You’ve heard correctly. When was the last time you were in the Fire Protector building?”

Her frown deepens. “I’ve never been in there,” she mumbles, confusion clouding her features, and I give her a thumbs up.

“Excellent. You can leave,” I declare, and she blinks at me.

“That’s it?”

“That’s all,” I confirm, and she nervously slips from the seat, glancing over her shoulder at me as she stalks off, her stride growing longer with every step she takes.

Clapping, I return my attention to the crowd. “See how easy it is? The quicker you oblige, the faster you can leave,” I promise, waving my hand at the chair, and this time, a guy from the Fire Protector sodality takes a seat.

I stretch my hands out in front of me, cracking my knuckles as I watch him gulp, fear getting the better of him. This is almost fun. I don’t know why I didn’t think of it sooner.

Intimidating everyone, while also seeking the answers we need, is a great use of my time and powers. I’m going to find out who is aiding Leonardo fucking Corrigan sooner or later.

I’m determined.

Resuming my perched position on the table, I narrow my eyes, ready to blast him with questions, when a flash of blonde catches my attention.

“Teddy, what are you doing?” Ivy blurts, and I grin.

“Princess, you look beautiful this morning. Are you okay?”

“I thought you said this would be quick?” the guy in the chair grumbles, and I kick his shin, anger transforming my facial features as I glower at him.

“Shut the fuck up while I’m talking to my lady or I’ll use my siren call to⁠—”

“Teddy!” Ivy shrieks, cutting the distance between us to clamp her hand over my mouth. Wide eyes gape at me, disbelief flashing in those pretty green pools, and my grin spreads before I press my lips against her palm. “What are you doing?” she repeats, but before I can answer, she glances at the Fire Protector in the seat beside us. “And you really need to shut up while I get my answer,” she warns, and I watch his Adam’s apple bob as his lips remain sealed.

Fuck.

It’s hot when she’s bossy.

It’s hot when she’s breathing.

It’s hot when she’s just… Ivy.

When I press another kiss to her palm, she pulls her hand back, and I miss her touch. “I’m investigating, Princess. Do you want to help?” I offer, and her eyebrows pinch.

“Investigating what?”

“Who is helping Leonardo Corrigan,” I confirm, and her nose crinkles.

“How?”

I part my lips, but Sax answers before I can.

“He’s using his magic, Sunshine.”

I didn’t think her eyes could get any wider.