Chapter 45

FORTY-FIVE

"I would have you lead, not control," Lorenzo said, his voice was steady. 

"You think you could do better?" Jenkins let out a bitter laugh.

"I think someone else could." Lorenzo met his gaze evenly.

"And who would that be?" A flicker of something really dangerous crossed Jenkins's face.

Lorenzo did not answer. He did not even have to.

"Ava." Jenkins snarled.

Lorenzo stayed silent, which only angered Jenkins even further.

"She is a child, a hybrid who knows absolutely nothing about ruling a pack." Jenkins spat.

"She has something you don't," Lorenzo said calmly. 

"And what is that?" Jenkins's eyes darkened.

"Their trust." Lorenzo smiled faintly.

Jenkins slammed his glass on the table, the liquid was splashing on the table.

"You're a fool if you think I will let a hybrid take what is mine."

"Then maybe it is now time for you to step down." Lorenzo held his ground.