Chapter 10

“Can I talk to you for a second, Osborne?” Alpha Hamilton asked, his tone tight but polite enough for the audience still watching.

I nodded once, setting my glass down on the table before rising to my full height. At well over one ninety, I towered over most of the room—something I’ve always considered an advantage.

Two guards moved in to lead the way, Alex trailing behind. Bella’s heels clicked rapidly against the marble floor as she hurried after us, her pace betraying her agitation. I didn’t bother looking back. A little drama was far more interesting than dying of boredom in that overstuffed party.

We reached a secluded room tucked away from the noise. The guards remained outside. Inside, it was just me, Bella, and Alpha Hamilton.

Without waiting for an invitation, I lowered myself into one of the plush chairs like I owned the place.

“I know my daughter can be insufferable at times,” Hamilton began, taking a seat himself while Bella sank into the on