#Chapter 11: The Training

—Sienna’s POV— I knew I couldn’t sleep again. My entire thought process was on the upcoming banquet and all the things that could go wrong. So much could go wrong. I’d listed every single possible option that I had to avoid. Even if no alphas showed up, I was determined to do the best with what I could control. It would be a beautiful banquet, even if the attendees were slim. I would be front and center, giving all the necessary influence I needed to, especially for that inspector. I would prove I could do this. That being an alpha was meant for me, and I wasn’t going to let my parents down. My phone bleeped on the table, startling me from my spiraling thoughts. A message from Julian? I clicked open the message, my eyes widening as I read it. Dear Sea - I thought you should know I’ll be doing you a small favor by attending your lavish banquet tomorrow. You’re welcome, in advance. Are you kidding me? I couldn’t help but scoff aloud, tossing my phone to th