Chapter 106 The Lion in the Corner

Jacob was as baffled as Alexander was completely at a loss. He had fought with his uncle more times than he could count—both in words and fists—but not once had the man ever lost control. His emotional threshold had always been unshakable, his Ferality Index hardly ever rising. Yet last night, all Alexander had done was throw out a mildly provocative remark, riding on Tessa's favor, and somehow… his uncle had snapped. The air that morning felt noticeably heavier than usual.