Chapter 802

• "Perhaps he’s finally realized he can't fight the council alone," one guest suggested, though his voice lacked conviction.
• "Tedmond Washington doesn't realize he needs help; he realizes he needs targets," a younger heir countered, eyes fixed on the entrance. "Think about the timing. He’s been purging the secondary branches for days.”
• “If he shows up here, in the heart of the Moretti estate, he’s either surrendering or he’s bringing the fire to the front door. And Tedmond doesn't know how to surrender."