Goddess, he’s gone insane! He’s going to get himself killed!

Alexia, along with the whole ballroom full of guests, gasped and reacted accordingly to the livid and fully tipsy lawyer’s announcement. It was indeed a worthy proclamation since it was loud enough to reach even those outside who were cooling themselves off in the balconies and gardens. And it was obvious that the proud challenging Gamma, couldn't care less who heard him.

Alex’s father was the first to break ...