As soon as they teleported back to their chambers, the warmth and familiarity of their domain enveloped them. The tension from the banquet still hummed in the air, but it was quickly replaced by something far more electric as Maya turned to Tay, her eyes blazing with determination. “Start talking,” she commanded, her voice firm and unwavering. Tay froze for a moment, utterly captivated by her presence. The way she had stood tall at the banquet, facing Samael, Tina, and even Victor without flinching, had ignited something primal within him. She had been magnificent, a queen in every sense of the word. His arousal surged at the memory, and he struggled to focus and bring himself under control. But Maya felt the shift almost instantly. The air grew thick, heavy with tension, and when her g