It took a moment for Allegra to actually comprehend what Niklaus said. As soon as she did, she turned against him and went on the defensive.
“Who the hell are you to tell me where I can and can’t go?” Allegra spat at Nik. She spared a glance at Vladislav who was back in his seat and staring pensively into the fire. She immediately gave up on him as a reliable source of backup.
“You have no idea what the fae are like,” Niklaus protested. “They have this odd obsession with humans. Believe me when I say you do not want to go into their domain.”
“I only just met the woman! What on earth makes you think I’d take her up on her offer? I have a mind of my own, Niklaus. You can’t tell me what to do.”
“Allegra, I’m only trying to protect –”
“Enough.” Vladislav did not even have to scream to be
