Kill and punish!

Alaric's words hit harder than any spell, like a sledgehammer slamming into Ethan’s chest.

The more he loved Emerald, the more agonizing this moment became.

But beyond the pain, there was unease. Emerald had been his girlfriend, yet he had done everything in his power to push her into another man's arms.

How could he not be furious?

If it had been anyone else, he would’ve lost his temper on the spot. But this was Alaric—a man leagues above him in every way.

Even if jealousy was eating him alive, he had to keep up appearances.

Raising his glass, he forced a smile. "A toast—to my uncle...