"He wouldn't have done anything to you, he has always wanted to take you from me," Mateo said indignantly.
Clara knew that Jimmy felt differently about her. She silently acknowledged that Jimmy had feelings for her, but she chose not to address it directly. Today, with Mateo's accusation, Clara felt particularly uneasy. Some things are better left understood by all, as speaking them out might make things worse.
Jimmy indeed underwent a transformation, becoming more profound. With a dark tone, he said, "I do like her, and I've long wanted to take her back. In the lion tribe, nothing belongs exclusively to you alone."
Jimmy had long wanted to openly admit his feelings. In the jungle, it was a common occurrence that the stronger and more powerful could claim a female. He was no less than Mateo, why couldn't he have Clara? This situation angered him like never before and fueled his desire to take something away from someone.
