Twenty Six
MORGAN COULD SENSE the power in the room the moment he walked through Byron’s door. He had been surprised by Byron’s charisma while speaking with him the night before, but what was in this room was so much more potent. There was a sense of being in the presence of greatness; an irresistible energy that pulled Morgan toward it. He eagerly looked around the room for the source. It was easy to find—leaning casually against the mantle was another gentleman.
Another Vallen, Morgan was certain.
Lord Byron came forward to greet them. Out of the corner of his eye, Morgan saw Adriana hanging back, almost as if she were afraid to enter the room.
“Lord Byron, may I present Miss Adriana Hayden,” Morgan said, after giving his host a small bow. He could tell by the look on her face that h
