Laura's POV I was stunned silent for a long moment. Was it all a joke to them? There was no proper trial, I wasn't even given a chance to speak. I ran my gaze from one member to the next and anger crept under my skin at the subtle smiles plastering on their faces. Akira was pacing angrily in my mind, fighting me to give her control. I wanted to relax her but how could I when I too was feeling pure anger coursing through my veins? My blood boiled hotter when Ethan stood up and walked to the center of the courtroom. Head hanging low, he tried to appear respectful but the cunning aura surrounding him was quite visible to me. Referring to the members, he stated, “As much as I feel disrespected and betrayed by Laura Martins I can't neglect the fact that she is my fated mate. In the respec

