Aarhea’s Point of View
The council room was filled with silence, every pair of eyes locked on me, on Roman, on Amara, on Logan, and finally on the trembling figure of Elder Marcellus.
Roman stepped forward, his voice sharp.“Elders, we have uncovered the truth. Elder Marcellus has been plotting in secret. His goal? To place his son beside Alpha Aarhea as her mate, no matter the cost.”
Gasps rippled through the room.
I stared at Roman, my pulse racing. “That’s impossible! Elder Marcellus has served loyally for years!” I boldly informed them.
Amara cut me off with a sly smile. “Alpha Aarhea, you’re kind. But even kindness can blind you. Look at the proof.”
Logan laid down a bundle of letters on the long table. “These were found hidden in Elder Marcellus’ quarters. Plans, bribes, and ord
