Chapter 2. Allies and Enemies (1)

[2020, August 23rd. Imperium, Warlanda]

Two days after her mother’s death the sharks were already circling.

Not to go against Keira. Rather to poke holes in the way she did things in the wake of Madz’s death in the hopes of someone else doing the challenging for them.

Madz’s death had created a void, caused unrest, even stirred rumors of war. The entitled imbeciles were getting themselves riled up. Not because they lamented the loss of her mother. As they stood rubbing shoulders in her drawing room, lords and ladies whispered their concerns that they might be next. Keira had better things to do than pacify these idiots.

Like finding Kate to discover the depth of her involvement in the matter. Was it just a coincidence that the murder happened while she was attempting her stupid, little coup?

“Our condolences for Madz to The House of Dormer,” said Troy, stepping forward to offer Keira his hand.

Nathan took his hand in her stead.

“Thank you, Y