With each sharp word that echoed through the courtyard, Mary could feel her heart pounding quicker and quicker. It felt the same way she did when she was afraid, but also when she was angry, but more than anything... it was something new and indescribable, repulsive and exhilarating all at the same time. If only it could be her hand striking that stupid pretty face.

She stepped forward again, stopping only when she was at Seth's side, gazing up at him in awe. "What are you going to do to him?"