Lora stood her ground, refusing to leave. "I have something to discuss with warrior Dana in private."
Stephan laughed coldly. "Do not take me for a fool." He made his way towards Dana, and before she could react, he grabbed her by the back of her hair, pulling her close. He took a long breath, then sneered, "You reek of that mutt you call a mate. It seems some discipline is in order. Luna Lora, it's time for you to leave …now."
Lora's face hardened with resolve. "I am not going anywhere."
Stephan's eyes gleamed with malice as he laughed. "Suit yourself." He backhanded Dana, sending her sprawling to the floor with a split lip bleeding. Lora screamed, "Stop it!"
Stephan turned to her with a murderous look. "Luna Lora, as long as you are on vampire land, you follow vampire rules. Dana is
