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Centuries of experience had made him the greatest showman on earth. But I was a Tranquility operative. I could see through people. When I looked into his eyes, I saw the truth. No matter how well he played it off or how wide his smile, he had a secret. He was bored out of his mind with his life, and this show was the only way he could find any excitement or drama. It explained why he’d stuck with it for so long.

The microphone was under my chin. Kira, Von, and the thousands in attendance stared at me, waiting for me to speak.

Clearing my throat, I leaned forward. “Wyatt Rivers, Second Pack.”

Von threw an arm over my shoulders. “Greetings, Mister Rivers. Now, Wyatt, what should Miss Durst know about you?”

The other men had either flirted with Kira or aggressively told them how much they wanted her. I decided to keep things similar—and mess with her a little.

“Well, Von, she needs to know that I protect what’s mine, and she’ll be mine soon. I’m possessive, in a good way, and she needs t