Alpha Nocturne"s Contracted Mate

Alpha Nocturne’s Contracted Mate by A E Randell

Chapter 190 The Rogue Problem

Gasps of horror could be heard from around the room as they conferred amongst

themselves whilst Cornelius stood, isolated and speechless in the face of such a

verbal assault.

It was glaringly obvious that not a single person here had challenged her father and

had allowed themselves to become complacent in their duties.

“I am waiting for you to make me understand, Cornelius,” Ann growled, her eyes

flashing a dangerous gold as the realization set in amongst the Elders that Ann was

looking for someone to blame for this colossal tragedy.

When Cornelius didn’t reply, instead looking around himself for support from his

colleagues, and finding none, he bowed his head in shame.

Ann stood slowly, approaching Cornelius with fury radiating from her and he knew

instantly that his former attitude towards her was entirely misplaced.

The raw strength and power that rolled off her so effortlessly meant that she was a

formidable foe, and with her consort at her side, this was not a wise enemy to have

made, despite his misgivings about a female holding the title.

“Make me understand Cornelius.” She hissed menacingly as she stopped,

centimeters from his face, “I am to hold diplomatic talks with an honored guest who

has come to us with concerns about the rogue population that harries our borders and

kills our people, yet I find that not a single person among you has lifted a finger to

help.”

taken proactive steps and set up

border whilst we have apparently just sat idly by whilst our

their homes and slaughtered where they stand.

Cornelius. Just let that

Ann tore her intense gaze from Cornelius’s trembling figure and raked her

of

of them were responsible

blame. Who was it that had allowed the reports to slide

the threats? If it meant making the Enclave see the side

keep hidden, then she would embrace it

she and Maeve

I supposed to discuss politely that the rogue problem

do their job? That

with inaction because nobody could

to protect?”

have grown too comfortable and are no longer able to do the jobs that

do.”

A voice rose from somewhere at

words hurt you more than the savage claws

Ann snorted bitterly as she returned to

sit there pitying yourself and the

think that allowing the rogue population

our borders could be exactly what

atmosphere change in the room as little lightbulbs seemed

elders and their faces whipped up

apprehension and horror.

of Narcissa and her

perfect distraction? How many kingdoms can fight a war on two fronts?

may be, it would still leave areas wide open for attack.

admitted your failings in the past when it came to

What I want to know is what exactly you intend to do to rectify

made.”

through the

my words though, I will be closely

expect reports of the past five years’ activities

evening at the latest.” Ann said sternly, pulling her

Maeve settled back to watch