I watched as Uncle Lucas shook his head in dismay, muttering under his breath, “Unbelievable —” but he realized that the room was full and stopped himself before finishing the curse.
No one dared curse Alpha Damon, especially not even when his loyal subjects were nearby and listening.
I saw the tension in his shoulders, the stiff way he held himself, trying to look unbothered, like what Alpha Damon did just now didn't matter to him, but it was all too clear.
His sharp inhale of air was enough evidence for me to confirm my suspicion. He was boiling inside.
I jumped in immediately, greeting him with a cheery voice while smiling brightly because I understood what had happened.
“Good morning, Uncle. You look better today.”
I was hoping to distract him from the embarrassment and I didn'
