Chapter 152: The Perfect Frame

ZADE

Simon's face went through several shades of red as he sputtered in outrage, pointing frantically between me and his bound mate. "This is absolutely ridiculous!" he shouted, his voice cracking with desperation. "You're all being manipulated! The real witch is Lyn - he's the one who used magic in our territory! Zade is protecting him because of some misguided loyalty!"

I had to admire his quick thinking, trying to redirect the crowd's attention back to the original target. But I'd been counting on exactly this response, and I was ready for it.

"Really, Simon?" I said, my voice dripping with skepticism as I gestured...