"I don't believe you," Jephthah plainly stated. Almira couldn't decide whether to walk away or snap. She decided to do neither. The triton had always been insufferable. His trust issues found pleasure in soaring every time she was away.

The man wanted to keep her at his side all the time. She could understand that he felt the need to be in control because of their nature, but it was overbearing most times. Especially in their situation. As much as she hated it, she couldn't be with him all the time and openly too.

Jephthah's read a whole different meaning to it. He nagged about neglection and accused her, more...