Ariana “Alpha Damian”, my mom greeted with an awkward smile on her face as we made our way into the house. This was going to be so uncomfortable and awkward and worse of it all, Damian still didn’t know about the meeting. “You didn’t have to bring so many gifts, Damian. You don’t have to bring such luxury items.” My brother said with a hint of sarcasm. I glared at him and gave him a tune it down look. I couldn’t risk Damian finding out anything about the meeting. I was still hoping to fall back on our heirloom in case things didn’t go according to plan, and I didn’t want Damian to know about it. My parents ushered us to the dining room and settled in comfortably. The undeniable tension was palpable in the air, and everyone wore a fake smile on their face. My mother laid down the di

