Edward straightened up and looked at Isaac consideringly. “So you do have a spine off the battlefield.” He placed a finger on the location of Hale Castle. “I am by no means going to insult Derek the Hale by neglecting to invite him to the wedding of his foster brother, considering how badly I need his alliance.”
Isaac opened and closed his mouth a few times, then settling on a frown as he shook his head. “I need them there, Sir. Aside from Summer, I have no other family and Derek’s been like a brother to me, Cora a sister. And she and Summer have gotten close too.”
“You weren’t listening, boy. I need this alliance. Your concern for your family is very touching, but it is a secondary concern. Derek will be here when you wed, rest assured, since that seems to be /your/ sole concern.” He flipped his hand again, clearly indicating ‘run along’.