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.”

proactive steps and

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

are chased from their homes and slaughtered where they

defenseless pups, Cornelius. Just

from

faces of

were responsible for this, but

blame. Who was it that had allowed the

meant making the Enclave see the side of

tried to keep hidden, then she would embrace it and allow them

what she and Maeve were capable

to discuss politely that the

not do their job? That our former

could be bothered to speak up

installed to protect?” Ann

no longer able to do the jobs that you pledged

do.”

A voice rose from somewhere at

“Is it? Do my words hurt you more than the

snorted bitterly as she returned to

there pitying yourself and the perceived unfairness of my

of you stop to think that allowing

could be exactly what

visibly felt the atmosphere change in the room as little lightbulbs

elders and their faces whipped up

apprehension and horror.

know so far of Narcissa

kingdoms can fight a war on two fronts? No

still leave areas wide open for attack.

failings in the past when it came

exactly you intend to do to rectify the

made.”

low murmur rippled through the room

words though, I will be closely reviewing each area

the past five years’ activities from

the latest.” Ann said sternly, pulling her

settled back to