Alpha Nocturne’s Contracted Mate by A E Randell

Chapter 162 Your Mother was Indeed a Witch

Lexi had the grace to look a little embarra*s*sed that her comment had been overheard and she mumbled an apology whilst she avoided eye contact with Bartholomew as he made himself comfortable in an old leather armchair that sat in front of his desk.

“No need to apologize, my dear, I’m fully aware of how people see us outside of these walls. Even more so those with Daemon blood, hmm? Our kind, especially those holding the t*itle of Royal Elder, haven’t always made the best decisions in relation to your people, now, have they?” He smiled warmly as Lexi’s head shot up and she narrowed her eyes at him.

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“How do you know that?” She questioned suspiciously, “I mean about my Daemon heritage. Have you been spying on me?!”

Bartholomew chuckled.

dear, even with my wolf’s heightened sense of smell being able to pinpoint your unique scent, I was present during the trial and the investigations that preceded it.” He explained with a kind smile, “I’m fully aware of your heritage and I want you

parents have behaved in ways that you don’t approve of…” She bristled, her tone accusing as she folded her arms defensively in front of

never said that,” Bartholomew answered calmly before he was cut off

between the lines well enough.” She sneered disdainfully, narrowing her eyes at him

over the top of his balding

comes to topics such as this, precisely so that no one can draw the wrong conclusions, similar to those that you have

the wars he was one of the lords who were instrumental in supporting our fight and suppressing the aggressors.” Bartholomew continued calmly as Lexi shifted slightly, an unpleasant look on

to focus more on the healing and protection side of things rather than the wanton destruction that her kind is so renowned for.” Bartholomew smiled cryptically as he held his silence for a moment, allowing Lexi to digest his words as Ann looked

going forward. Whilst Ann understood the hyper-defensiveness had originated from her years of persecution as a child,

could set the example for future interactions, and at least give her cause to

oppression and abuse that my people have suffered,

well, that is your prerogative. I merely wanted you to be aware that we know where you come from and if anything, the Royal Elders judge not on your heritage, but on your own character.” Bartholomew answered seriously, “I also wanted you to know that your mother was a valued field medic and cared meticulously for our fallen all those years ago. She was a remarkable woman and you should be proud of your heritage.” Bartholomew explained, his voice full of warmth as

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