“Clap, clap, clap,” Sudden applause broke out. Derek didn't even bother to look. Just glancing at such a freak would make him sick.

"How interesting indeed." Vincenzo stared intensely at Derek, making him physically uncomfortable.

Blake, who had risen through the ranks to become Derek's most capable lieutenant, had mastered the basic skill of reading the room - especially Derek's expressions.

Seeing Derek's obvious disgust toward Vincenzo, even detecting his urge to ...