19. Lord Gray's Palace

Kian

Finally, tonight, I will see Aminda again. Another day without her was going to drive me crazy. The fact that she could finally sleep after so many years, being unable to do so is more than proof enough that we're meant for each other. She slept in my arms like a baby the other night. My hands itch with the need to touch her supple skin again.

I checked myself in the mirror one last time while I put my diamon cufflinks on. This black tux was made exclusively for the party by a famous human designer. The only thing souring my mood is Fiorella. Dad insisted that we arrive together. He's going with mom on a different car, as well as River and his mate Piper. As I descended the stairs, I could see everyone waiting for me. Fiorella was standing next to Mother. Both looked regal and elegant. I wonder what Aminda was going to wear. She has a killer body. I was probably going to spend the whole night being jealous of all the men ogling her. Mother beamed when she saw me.

"You look