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“Used to research shit with Danny. It’s kind of why I’m shocked he fucked up like that. He, of all people, should have known how unhinged Albrecht is. He’s worse than his older brother, yet hides it perfectly.”
“Wow… but he’s so hot.”
“Uses to his advantage. I would, too, with those looks, but he’s even crazier than Benedict, and we know that royal fucker has bipolar disorder or whatever.”
“So, these Kings are mental cases with money,” the woman mutters. “How delightful.”
“They’re a perfect choice in causing Havoc, which is this year’s theme.”
“Theme?”
“You’ll find out after they announce the new royals of this year, but keep Havoc in your mind. Last year was Carnage, which is why they’re called Ruthless Kings of Carnage for thosesets of Kings. Now, as we transition into this renewal, it’ll change to Havoc.”
“Man, you know a shit ton, Damion,” the woman praises.
“I’m gonna be a Ruthless King in three years. Just you wait.”
The tap of the mic draws our attention to the stage as the waiter arrives to give me my half glass of whisky.
“Good evening, Royals. The night has come to celebrate and praise the official Kings of this academic year. As founder of Leighton Royals University, I’m honored to introduce this year’s chosen set of Ruthless Kings and their Maiden, who will hopefully ascend into her role as Ruthless Queen in the years to follow.”
His eyes scan the crowd, and I hold my breath when our eyes lock.
“As a Ruthless King Alumni myself, I’m well aware of the criteria that are set in the shadows for the chosen royals, which they must overcome to be victorious. I’m also aware that some royals, despite being originally chosen when the academic year began, can have the opportunity to rise into this grand role due to their various contributions in our tainted world.”
I don’t like the sound of that.
As though an outsider is more deserving to join our ranks when they haven’t sacrificed or earned it.
My Father just grins as his eyes twinkle with pride. I dare to believe, for a moment, that the essence of pride is directed at me.
“Without further ado, I’d like to announce the official Ruthless Kings… of Havoc.”
The awws of surprise at the name change scatter through the vast crowd filled with men in various tuxes and women in extravagant gowns. Some are silent with anticipation, rigid stance as they hope their names are called, while others are whispering about not even having a chance.
I grip my glass a tad harder, not breaking eye contact with the man I vowed would have no choice but to acknowledge my worthiness.
“The first Ruthless King of Havoc,” Father begins and pulls his eyes away from me to search the crowd. When they stop on his target, he continues, “Zayn Benedict.”
I take a deep breath as my eyes have no choice but to find the man in question, who is now bathed in a spotlight centered on his bright purple suit. With a teal green flower on his right side to match the silk tie that’s tucked perfectly against his black dress shirt, his hair of platinum white is styled back so you can see his various onyx black piercings.
No one can ignore the vivid shade of green displayed in his serious eyes, but I’m focused on the tiny bunny pin that’s twinkling from the middle of his tie.
The one Eva was wearing on the first day of classes.
He makes his way to the platform, taking in the cheers and applause with a few head bobs and a rare smile. When he reaches the stage, he’s completely focused as he acknowledges my father with a half bow and shakes his hand.
Father gestures for him to stand on the left side of the stage, which he does.
The room grows silent, waiting for the next chosen King.
“The second official Ruthless King of Havoc… is Ares Albrecht.”
The squeals all come from various women who are jumping up and down and pulling out their phones to take pictures of the model when the spotlight falls upon him.
Compared to Zander’s attire, he’s wearing an auburn-orange suit matched with a black flower and golden tie that’s tucked against his black dress shirt. I immediately catch on that he has the same bunny pin on his tie, like Zander, mimicking the noticeable piece that was on Eva weeks ago.
She only had one. Why the fuck do they have matching pins? Do they think this is high school?
