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.”

have taken proactive steps and set up

whilst we have apparently just sat

from their homes and slaughtered where they

defenseless pups, Cornelius. Just let that

from Cornelius’s trembling figure and raked

across the guilty faces of the elders in attendance, including

that not all of them were responsible for

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

the threats? If it meant making the Enclave

she would embrace it and allow them

Maeve were capable

to discuss politely that the rogue problem has

do their job?

with inaction because nobody could be bothered to speak up for

installed to

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

do.”

“That’s a little unfair…” A voice rose

words hurt you more than the savage claws and teeth that

snorted bitterly as she returned

you sit there pitying yourself and the

to think that

be exactly what

atmosphere change in the room as little lightbulbs seemed

and their faces

apprehension and horror.

we know so far of Narcissa

fight a war on two fronts?

would still leave areas wide open

admitted your failings in the past

to know is what exactly you intend to do to rectify the mistakes you

made.”

rippled through the room

words though, I will be closely reviewing each area that you all oversee.

five years’ activities

of my consort by tomorrow evening at the latest.” Ann said sternly,

as Maeve settled back to watch the