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.

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

“I am to hold diplomatic talks with an honored guest who has come to us with concerns about the rogue population that harries our

proactive steps and set up rapid response teams, fortified defensive positions along the border whilst we have apparently just sat idly by whilst our people are chased

her gaze across the

threats? If it

could be bothered to speak up for the very people that you were installed to protect?” Ann hissed contemptuously, “Perhaps you have grown too comfortable and are no longer able to do the jobs that you

unfair…” A voice rose from somewhere

it? Do my words hurt you more than the savage claws and teeth that tore those poor pups apart?” Ann snorted bitterly as

words, did any of you stop to think that allowing the rogue population to grow unchecked along our borders could

lightbulbs seemed to light up in the minds of the elders and their faces whipped up to stare

distraction? How many kingdoms can fight a war on two fronts? No matter how well-armed they may be, it would still leave areas wide open for attack. You have already admitted your failings in the past when it came to my father and Narcissa. What I want to know is what exactly you intend to do to rectify the mistakes you have

murmur rippled through the room as they debated amongst

though, I will be closely reviewing each area that you all oversee. I expect reports of the past five years’ activities from each of your offices in the hands of my

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