Damon POV
The campus gala was in full swing. Crystal chandeliers, tuxedos, evening gowns, and the richest donors the university could lure into one room. Perfect stage for destruction.
Lila looked devastating in a sleek black gown that clung to every curve. Her hair was up, exposing the faint bite marks I’d left on her neck two nights ago. Our parents stood near the stage like royalty, smiling for photos, completely unaware that their empire was about to burn.
I adjusted my bowtie and caught Lila’s eye across the room. She gave me the smallest nod.
It was time.
I stepped onto the stage during the awards segment, taking the mic before anyone could stop me. The room quieted.
“Good evening. Most of you know me as Richard Vale’s son. What you don’t know is that my father, along with seve
