Alicia took one look at Maeve and did what any cowardly, backstabbing traitor would do in this situation.
She ran.
Like, full sprint. No hesitation. No looking back. Just pure survival instinct.
I didn't even blame her.
Because if I had the option to flee from this situation, I absolutely would have.
Unfortunately, I was still trapped in my own body, and Maeve's amused, mocking presence was right in front of me.
"Second place," she said again, letting the words drag in the air like she was tasting them.
I clenched my jaw.
She was enjoying this way too much.
Maeve crossed her arms, cocking her head slightly. "You know," she said, "I'm a little disappointed."
I frowned. "What—"
"I gave you ten extra badges," she continued. "And you still didn't win?"
I twitched.
Oh.
Oh, she was going straight for the throat, huh?
