Chapter 11: Damian's POV “Respectfully, Alpha, I don’t think it’s a good idea.” Jason’s voice was steady, but there was a small crease between his brows. He stood near the edge of my desk, hands folded behind his back, waiting for my answer. I leaned back in my chair and studied him. I knew where this was leading. I knew his complaint was going to fall back on Ivy no matter what. “Why not, Jason?” “Investing in Sterling Heights College as a patron feels… unnecessary,” he said. “With all due respect, Alpha, there are safer places to put our money. The school is drowning in debt, and if it fails anyway, we will lose more than we gain.” I tapped my pen against the folder in front of me as the sunlight from the tall windows slid across the polished floor of my office, catching the edge

