100. Lorenzo
He knew the truth even though I had never voiced it to him.
Athena wasn’t just bound to me by a contract — she was my fated mate, tied to my soul by something far deeper and far more dangerous.
I cracked my eyes open, each pulse of pain a reminder of my failure. My breath was ragged, but my focus was razor-sharp.
"Men, take care of things here!" His voice was cold and absolute, slicing through the chaos.
I turned, locking eyes with Leo - my Beta, Daniel and Hugo - my two gammas — men I trusted with my life, who held the foundation of my empire steady. They were drenched in sweat and blood, but their eyes burned with the same fury I felt. My finger pointed at them and the four other henchmen who never left my side.
"You six, follow me!"
My tone allowed no room for hesita
