Cody’s expression fell, but Piers’s dark brown eyes gleamed as he studied Morgan and Cody. He leaned forward suddenly, offering Morgan one of his most charming smiles. “You are quite right, my dear,” he crooned. “And our friend Cody here only got the better of me after the match was already called.” He paused as Cody bristled. “I have met a few Thalassa witches over the years, and I must say, you are truly the most well-learned of them. I can’t even imagine the dedication that must take.”
“Oh!” Morgan said, pink spreading across her cheeks. “Well, thank you,” She shifted a little in her seat, but was smiling. “I just really like to learn…and I’m glad I’m able to apply myself in a way that’s useful to my coven. And the Lunar Lord, too,” she said as she looked over to Fenris. When he nodded
