Alpha Nocturne"s Contracted Mate

Alpha Nocturne’s Contracted Mate by A E Randell

Chapter 176 Rogues

After the exertions of the morning, both Ann and Adam had napped briefly before

making their way to the dining hall and grabbing some lunch, before heading down to

Bartholomew’s office for a meeting that had been scheduled, only to find Lexi already

there.

Ann marveled at the way that Lexi had seemingly grown fond of this particular Elder

and was happy to let her guard down around him. The fact that she was reclined so

comfortably in an unfamiliar place and clutching a drink in her hand so casually made

Ann incredibly happy.

There were very few places where Lexi was truly accepted for who she was, and after

initially being concerned that she would encounter a lot of difficulties here as well, she

was pleased to have been proven wrong. “Oh, wonderful! I’m pleased you came! I’ve

been boring Lexi with tales of my past exploits for longer than she has cared to

imagine I’m sure!” Bartholomew chuckled as he stood to greet them.

“He’s a filthy liar! “Lexi interjected casually with a wave of her hand, “I’m not bored at

all. In fact, I could probably spend the rest of my days listening to tales of his

adventurous youth.”

“Ah, you humor an old man, my dear. I’m sure your father has far more interesting

tales to tell from his youth, after all, what could possibly compare to a Daemon Lord’s

exploits.” He chuckled, mildly embarrassed by her open praise.

Lexi snorted.

“Yeah, if he could actually remember half of what he did, I’m sure it would be

fascinating. I suppose it’s one of the downfalls of living an obscenely long life.”

“I’m just pleased to see you happy, Lexi.” Ann grinned as she sat down opposite her.

entirely if you had seen me a

she

What happened? Are you okay?” Ann asked, suddenly

sure you’ll hear about it eventually. It’s no

you about it when we get

and a look full

that her problem was more than

and as

business to attend to. “Bartholomew, you wanted

something with us? About an envoy was it?” Ann asked

taking hold

Alpha from a

the territory that he is responsible for

a lot of

the smaller settlements that dot either side of

attacks? But we haven’t had issues with rogues for

“Not since we moved

in the major

“That is true, my Queen, however, there are some breakaway factions that refuse

the rule of

sighed.

are actively refusing to live comfortably, in

incredulously. Bartholomew chuckled.

it is comfortable in this

laws and expectations, but that is not

truly free to live as they please…” “Murdering, pillaging, and taking what they

theirs?” Adam snorted as the jaw in his muscle began

ancient wolves, yes. Where the strongest

an easy life by any means, and one must

so freely…”

“Bullshit. You don’t have to question a thing.”

in for sentencing. Surely

for

neighbor’s kingdom for the crimes they committed

looked at him incredulously. “Are you for real? Can’t one

the other kingdom

would that be before or after sentencing? And

extradition treaties? As rogues they

You know…” “Doesn’t matter!” Lexi

decided that I don’t give a

and Lexi glanced

don’t know why you do it to yourself, Ann. f‘****g politics and politicians

as she shuddered “I don’t