Cordelia stumbles back, trying to take in what had happened while her palm springs to her face.

"You dare!?" Marie's eyes are burning with rage as she snarls.

Stunned, Cordelia blinks, the punch burning her cheek.

"Madam—"

“What gives you the right to remain here?” Marie's voice rises as she asks.

She moves closer to Cordelia, her hand up for another blow.

Cordelia, however, is prepared this time.

Her quick reflexes from previous interactions allow her to grab Marie's wrist before the slap can strike.

Her eyes meet Marie's in defiance, and she holds on with a powerful but controlled hold.

Cordelia murmurs, "Enough," in a steady voice that belies...