Chapter 1621

"Who said it was a one-man mission? There's clearly two of us," Maeve said. A moment ago, Maeve had been ready to charge out with Zion. After all, their men were still waiting outside. In her original plan, The Lucent had brought her in on murder charges. If Liam didn't get there in time to rescue her, they'd either release her or try to recruit her—like they had earlier. With the four major families backing her, The Lucent wouldn't have dared to kill her just like that. Persuasion and recruiting her made more sense. Besides, Maeve hadn't taken it seriously even when Ian mentioned getting physical earlier. And with Zion by her side, most of her fear had already melted away. Charlie and Lyra couldn't help but notice Maeve and Zion's fingers intertwined. Neither of them had seen when it happened, but the sight made the room feel a little awkward. Charlie broke the tension. "Well, yeah, this place is a mess. Let's not stand around talking here. I'll have my guys clean it up.