Nine: Sloane

I sat back on my throne, ignoring my mother's glare as my father celebrated with the other Alphas. There was no reason to celebrate since Ethan had won, but my father was enjoying himself.

Yet, as I watched him throw his head back and laugh with his hand on Ethan's shoulder, I wondered what black magic Ethan had used to win my father's affection. Had my father not seen the same fights I had or how cruel Ethan was? Had he not heard how he spoke to me at breakfast this morning?

After the first round ended, the two champions, Ethan and Declan, faced off in a long and impressive fight, with Ethan coming out victorious and Declan looking almost relieved.

Everything about the first contest had been horrific, and I dreaded the next four weeks. The only thing that made it bearable was the excitement of sneaking around with Greyson.

I knew nothing about him and wasn't sure I wanted to get to know him.

If feelings got involved, it would be harder to leave in a month.

The five packs had been cele