Shifted Fate by Alicia S.Rivers

take from the Moon Goddess 251

Chapter 251

I watched as my words hit, and he staggered. "No."

The smile on my face was sweet as I took a step. "Oh, yes." I took another. "You see, my

father, the one you said was lucky to be dead, he made sure I knew the rules. He made sure I

was a dutiful wolf. One who followed the new laws, but protected those she cared about

with knowledge of every law in play." I let my smile turn into a shit-eating grin. "And that

includes the duties and oaths that the council took to ensure the safety and unity of our

people." I looked at Rowan. "These people are a bunch of bullies. I wouldn't be surprised if their entire family has become like this. Bullying others all because of Thinius's power and influence, because he allowed them to."

Rowan looked at them, and I watched the idea form in his mind. "Is this true?"

I snorted. "Rowan, do you think he is going to just admit it?"

I watched sweat spring to his forehead. "Thinius, do you allow your family to use your status as a council member, to bully or command others to do their bidding?" I felt the force of the command, but I was confused.

out of him to

evade telling the truth. Blood trickled out of his mouth and I shook my head. I slammed my aura

if you decide to bite your tongue instead of answering, I will invoke a Cath Báis, and make you watch as I pull Nina and Nadine apart, limb from limb." I let

I meant every word

hint of

grinned.

I would. And I would take my time with

I heard a few girls behind

a monster?" I slapped my hand against my

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nine months dealing with your sister.

Even you came here and tried

have let it all roll off my shoulder. But now, now I've decided to collect." I turned my focus on Thinius. "Make your

rallied. "How do you

your

falling in line, but you forget, there is always someone bigger, stronger, or more vicious. I just so happen to be all three. If Thinius here decides to cut out his tongue, then I will kill you two, anyway. And then I'll start with parents. And then their parents. And I will command the truth from them one by one." I sucked my teeth. "One of them will fold.

Thinius paled. "You

would. My father taught me to put my king above all. Something you seemed to forget. If you and the council have been playing games, and abusing your power, that puts our king in