Trial by combat was an ancient law invoked only when the accused sought to prove their innocence through strength , skill , and the will of the Moon Goddess herself.
It was dangerous. Often fatal. But if isla won , her name would be cleared by law , and any who moved against her afterward would be outlaws themselves.
One of the elders scoffed. " You're an omega. You wouldn't even last a minute".
Kael growled low in his throat. " She's more wolf than any of you".
Zane looked at her with an expression of mixture , regret and suprise. " Isla...... don't".
The council had no choice but to agree. The law was clear . By ancient decree , she would face a champion choosen by the council dawn in the arena.
As the meeting broke and the room emptied , Kael grabbed her arm. "Are you sure about t
