Maximus POV
Selene’s eyes are wild with panic, her breath coming in sharp and quick gasps. I can feel the tension in the air as she stands before me.
Her fists are clenched at her sides. I’ve never seen her like this.
“Where are they? Where did you take them?” Her voice trembles with rage, and I see a flicker of desperation in her eyes. “I thought I made it clear, Maximus, that you should stay the hell away from my children. Where have you taken them? Answer me!”
I’m stunned, completely caught off guard by her sudden outburst. My mind races, trying to piece together what could have happened, but nothing comes to mind.
I glance at my secretary, who is clearly unsettled by the situation.
She’s watching us with an unreadable expression. Quickly, I give a nod and she takes the cue, hur
