Chapter 122

Garrick Rookwood had never been denied entry anywhere in his life.

And yet here he was, standing at the edge of the Lumina Grand Hotel's gala hall, blocked by a glorified Beta with a clipboard and far too much self-importance.

His expression was storm-dark. The muscles in his jaw ticked dangerously.

This wasn't just any night. This was the Thunderpeak Matriarch's eightieth year.

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