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 rapid response

have apparently

their homes and slaughtered

defenseless pups, Cornelius. Just

gaze from Cornelius’s trembling figure

the guilty faces of

were responsible for this,

was to blame. Who was it that had allowed the

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

then she would embrace it and allow them to fear

Maeve were

am I supposed to discuss politely that the

because our Royal Enclave did not do their job? That our

with inaction because nobody could be

people that you were installed to protect?” Ann

too comfortable and are no longer able to do the

do.”

little unfair…” A voice rose from somewhere at

words hurt you more than the savage

bitterly as she returned

“Whilst you sit there pitying yourself and the perceived unfairness of

that allowing the rogue

exactly what Narcissa and

change in the room as little lightbulbs seemed

of the elders and their faces whipped

apprehension and horror.

so far of Narcissa and her

many kingdoms can fight a war

it would still

failings in the past when it came to my father

what exactly you intend to do to rectify the

made.”

murmur rippled through the room as they debated

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

past five years’ activities

evening at the latest.” Ann said sternly,

Maeve settled back to watch the conversations