I smile and shake each one of their hands politely, repeating that it is nice to meet them like a broken tape record. When Alesso sticks his hand out, acting as if this is the first time we’ve met, my smile falters but I soon regain my composure. When I reach forward, Hercules pulls me back abruptly, stopping me before my skin could touch Alesso’s. I feel him tensed beside me and burning hot with indignation. Alesso drops his arm and clears his throat awkwardly before taking a sip of his champagne, he doesn’t take his eyes from the devil’s and the both of them stand with adamancy as they silently battle each other with their malicious gaze.
“It was really a pleasure to meet you all,” I cut into the silence that feels heavy and awkward around me. I'm sure none of the other men feel it as
