KELSEY POV

CRACK!

The sound of Theodore's hand connecting with Alyssa's face rang through the hall.

She stumbled sideways and fell onto the carpet. Blood trickled from her split lip, staining her skin and blond hair.

For a moment, nobody moved.

Alyssa held her cheek, staring up at Theodore in disbelief. Her blue eyes were wide with shock, and tears quickly filled them.

Dylan's smug expression disappeared. He took a few steps back, his face draining of color.

“Theodore! What are you doing? She's the real princess! She's Princess Alyssa!”

Theodore turned to look at him, his red eyes still glowing. “Shut your mouth.” His voice was low as usual,...