Chapter 45 : Silken Death

Halfway through the meal, Elayna gets up and strides to the lectern, then addresses the crowd, regal and poised. “It’s time, in this room full of friends and my dear late husband’s favorite color, to present the Morland Leavenworth Service Award. To give out the award, please welcome his sons and your Alpha Kings, Jordan, Kent, and Wiley.”

The guests erupt in applause and cheers. Sneaking a glance at my father, I see something no daughter should have to see on her father’s face.

Vicious hatred for my mates.

I turn my attention back to the lectern where Jordan, Kent, and Wiley stand proudly in blue, red, and yellow.

Jordan begins. “My father loved a good party. Nothing would have made him happier than to see this ballroom crammed with people. He loved to entertain. He was thrilled when his friends enjoyed themselves in his home. Although, as the night wore on, he often had his fill of socializing and would either take a walk in the galleries around the ballroom or in the garden. I