Aria's POV
To keep things low-key, the announcement had been made as the Vincent heir's engagement, rather than revealing it as the Alpha King's engagement.
But by eight o'clock, the ballroom was already filled with guests, though the ceremony hadn't officially begun.
Luna Elena had suggested I arrive fashionably late, but years of professional conditioning made me show up early out of courtesy.
Damian had an important meeting and called to say he'd arrive right on time.
Though the whole thing felt rushed and unplanned, as long as we both showed up, his parents' mission would be complete.
The moment I arrived, Luna Elena whisked me away to meet what felt like every elder in the Royal Pack.
The Blackwood family was extensive. Only a handful of relatives couldn't make
