Redhawk Caldera Ten things you didn't know

What he'd said really touched a nerve. Reyes watched as a change occurred within his aunt; more than the scowl she bore, more than the hate in her eyes, she was puffing up and looked ready to maim him for whatever she deemed as an indescretion. When she finally spoke it was with the chilling certainty he had done something wrong. Had Niamh not been so bloated Reyes might've been afraid of her in that moment. Hell, he was a little afraid of her anyway, given how they'd met — but he had the upper hand now.

Her words were meant to slice at him but Reyes felt buoyed by the fact Towhee did, indeed, love him. They had gone from fast friends to mates in the blink of an eye. Reyes scoffed at the accusation that he'd been used. Wow, you really have a thing for her don't you. Too back I'm the one with the dick.

He let the grin return to his face before he took a bold step towards her, lifting his chin so that they held the same lofty, proud posture. Considering she was the one to propose to me, I'd say you're wrong. Maybe you should talk to her before you run your mouth. We're together, whether you approve or not.

Reyes lifted his lip slightly to flash his canines, less-so as a warning to Niamh and more as a gloating gesture. And as far as I'm concerned, its just her and me. Looks like you've been voted off the island, auntie. Then he stepped back, but the pride carried with him. Reyes had no intention to contest Niamh's rank or anything, but if that's how she took his posturing then he'd gladly push the issue. He doubted she would fight him outright for his attitude considering her condition — but he didn't know her that well. Maybe she'd let her anger override good judgement.