Chapter 5. The Heir Ceremony

Amelie

My heart sank. Six missed calls and ten texts. Damn it. I didn’t have time to appease my mate at this moment. I was busy and in front of a room full of people.

I read the last text, “You were warned there would be consequences.” That is all it said.

I quickly texted back, hoping to calm him again and find a way out of whatever torment he was planning.

“Hey! I am so sorry I missed your calls and texts again. You know how things get around here when events happen, lol. We are about to head down to the ceremony. I’ll call you tonight before bed. Love you.”

I hoped he might understand, and I could avert disaster. I toss my phone into my bag and hand it to one of the ladies putting mine and Hope’s things back in our rooms. I needed to focus on the task at hand and support my brother. This was one of the biggest days of his life, and I would not miss it for the world!

Celeste headed down the corridor first, then me, then Hope. It’s prop