The voice that appeared in Penelope's head brought her confidence back.
The woman stared sternly at Isabella Lysander who was wide-eyed in surprise. It seemed Isabella couldn't believe that Penelope would reject her request so firmly like this. Isabella clenched her jaw and the anger and hatred suddenly welled up within her. She had never felt anger like this before.
'She has taken what should be yours, Isabella,' whispered a voice inside Isabella's head. The black smoke started to appear and surrounded Isabella. However, not a single person could see the black smoke. 'Take out your anger, Isabella. Get Edmund back from the hands of that wicked woman! Edmund's mind and heart have been bewitched and controlled by that wicked woman! Take Edmund from her and make him yours!'