"He's a disgrace, an abomination." Garren's voice is cold for someone speaking about their child. "He has no place here. If he crawls back—should he even manage that—he will serve under you. As Beta. As nothing. He'll watch you lead and realize what he has lost."
Frida's smile spreads slowly, predatory and satisfied. It ignites something deep within her—a dark, hungry desire that has been waiting a decade to be fulfilled. She always hated how Kai was loved and respected by everyone while she was ignored except for her father. She was treated like a shadow, Kai paraded as heir. Finally, she'll be feared and respected. Seen and heard as she reigns.
"Make me proud, daughter." Garren rests a hand on her shoulder. "Use any means necessary. Bring me Numenessa and any other power out there."
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