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

along the border whilst we have apparently just sat idly by whilst

and slaughtered where they

Cornelius. Just let

Ann tore her intense gaze from

the guilty faces of the elders in attendance, including

them were responsible for this, but she

blame. Who was it that had allowed the reports to

meant making the

would embrace

she and Maeve were capable

“How am I supposed to discuss politely that the rogue

do their job? That

inaction because nobody could be bothered

to protect?” Ann hissed contemptuously,

grown too comfortable and are no longer able to do

do.”

voice

words hurt you more than the savage

pups apart?” Ann snorted bitterly as she returned to her

there pitying yourself and

to think that allowing the rogue population to grow

could be exactly what Narcissa

in

elders and their faces whipped up to stare at her

apprehension and horror.

what we know so far of Narcissa and her coven’s plots, wouldn’t it be

perfect distraction? How many kingdoms can fight a war on

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

the past when it came to

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

made.”

murmur rippled through the room as

though, I will be closely reviewing

five years’ activities from each of your offices

tomorrow evening at the latest.” Ann said

as Maeve settled back to watch the conversations with