"After you," Hades said, gesturing toward the doors.
Rodrigo gave him a brief look before turning toward the exit. They had barely taken a step when a knock sounded against the door.
The guard opened it, and Caleb hurried into the room, his chest rising and falling slightly from the pace at which he had crossed the corridor. He stopped a few steps inside and lowered his head respectfully.
"What is it?" Rodrigo asked, his attention settling on him.
"Lord Vance has arrived at the front gates, Alpha."
Rodrigo's expression remained unchanged, but his gaze shifted briefly toward Hades.
It was a small movement, almost nothing. Hades expression changed for the briefest moment before settling back into its usual calm.
"Well, it seems your in-laws are here, Alpha Hades," Rodrigo remarked. "Have them brought to the royal dining hall."
Hades inclined his head. "At once."
Caleb bowed once more before turning and leaving.
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