Vincent's POV
There was a suffocating silence that settled over the ballroom after Grandmother's announcement. Then thunderous applause erupted in the atmosphere.
Members of the Rognez family plastered fake smiles across their faces, congratulating me as though they hadn't spent years plotting my downfall.
Hypocrites.
I kept my expression blank, but inside, every carefully laid plan was collapsing
This wasn't part of the plan. And what baby did Glydon cough about?
I glanced at Glydon; the cheer on her face had completely faded. I could feel the panic radiating from her.
Good.
At least she understood the gravity of the situation.
Grandmother rose slowly from her chair, leaning on her ebony cane.
"I want preparations to begin immediately."
Marcus stepped forward with a practic
