Chapter 19

  THAYER

  I scanned every corner of this event, but I couldn’t find her. I started to worry. I took a few deep breathes to calm down.?

  After I welcomed some guests, I paid my regards to my parents. I texted Lud and Ash. They were in one of the rooms, monitoring the situation in and out of the gala.

  Ash replied.

  Ash: Garden alone.

  T: Watch over her. Make sure that no reporters would get to her.

  Ash: Got it

  I slipped my phone back into my pocket. It was inappropriate, but I tended to break etiquette every now and then.?

  “Thayer.” A voice purred beside me. Even if she stood naked in front of me right now, it wouldn’t even pique my interest. I had my woman to worry about, and she was the very least.

  “Lady Kadynce,” I addressed respectfully. I was well-groomed to do it, but I barely looked at her. As always, she sought my attention, smiling sweetly.?