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

we have apparently just sat idly

are chased from their homes and slaughtered where they stand. Pups

Cornelius. Just let that sink

gaze from Cornelius’s

the guilty faces of the elders in attendance,

She understood that not all of them were responsible for this,

Who was it that had allowed the reports to slide from

threats? If it meant making the Enclave see the side

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

what she and Maeve were capable

discuss politely that

their job? That our former King was allowed

get away with inaction because nobody could be bothered to

you were installed to protect?” Ann hissed contemptuously, “Perhaps

longer able

do.”

voice rose from somewhere at

“Is it? Do my words hurt you more

bitterly as she

pitying yourself and

to think that allowing the rogue population

our borders could be exactly what Narcissa and

the atmosphere change in the room

the minds of the elders and

apprehension and horror.

know so far of Narcissa and her coven’s plots,

perfect distraction? How many kingdoms can fight a war on two fronts? No

it would still leave areas wide open for attack. You

admitted your failings in the past when it came to my

you intend to do to rectify

made.”

the room as

be closely reviewing each

of the past five years’ activities from each

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

as Maeve settled back to watch the conversations with