MAIA'S POV

"So, what is it that you wanted to talk about?" I asked a couple of seconds after Lucius left the office.

"I know you must have hated me by now and I would not blame you if you do. Ever since we were young, I have always loved Lucius. He would always protect me and have my back all the time. We were the perfect partner in crimes back then. I always hoped that he would become my mate and when we both reached the right age, I was devastated when I realized that my dreams have been shattered. The sparks that I had been anticipating were not...