[-In the Council Room-]

Loud arguments could be heard inside.

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The royal guards were nervous because of the tension within the room.

It concluded with most of the members walking out.

Leaving only the royal siblings inside.

Prince Alarick and Princess Shiveena looked defeated at how the meeting transpired.

But the Alpha King remained furious and adamant with his decision of not pushing through on his initial marriage proposal to Laura.

Even though it would result to further division amongst wolf packs and Alphas within the kingdom.

"Alcyd, we need to consider another option now." Prince Alarick chose to be honest with his younger brother.

Things became worse than they expected it to be.

(1) An embargo which was led by the Jade Pack commanding its allies to boycott the Golden Moon Pack and its allies. Mostly centered on the royal family!

(2) Poorer and smaller wolf packs that were surrounded by the allies of Jade Pack, suffered mostly due to the isolation and tension from the allies of Jade Pack.

(3) Supporters and allies to the throne have become more aggressive against the bold moves of the neighboring wolf packs that were aligned with the Jade Pack.

Sparking a possible war amongst wolf packs.

(4) Rogue werewolves were starting to become the casualty of the worsening tension between the faction of the Alpha King and the supporters of Laura.

Now … there is a growing clamor from the majority of the allies of King Alcyd to either wipe out those wolf packs that dared to defy the throne.

The severing of ties towards the Alpha King was considered to be an act of treason.

Which is punishable by death.

But a huge number of werewolves and wolf packs that broke faith from the Alpha King will lead to a massive war.

Something that the Alpha King must reconsider as the reigning monarch of the werewolf kingdom.

King Alcyd slammed the table upon hearing that he must consider fulfilling his initial proposal to Laura.

"Why would I marry her if my mate is alive? I would completely lose Selene if she finds out I married the mother of my child. Having a child from someone else would definitely hurt Selene, what more if I marry the mother of my child? Do you think she would forgive me if she returns with all this web of absurdity?" The Alpha King insisted on refusing.

"You are an Alpha King before a mate! You need to remember that Alcyd!" Prince Alarick reminded his younger brother.

"Then give the crown to somebody else! The hell I care!"

"Alcyd …"

"Look, brother! I do not give a cent or care if I fuck it up as an Alpha. As long as I do not fuck it up with my mate. I cannot afford to lose Selene."

"You are underestimating the feelings of Selene towards you and her level of understanding. Plus, what would your mother say if you are willing to let the majority suffer? Just for your own selfish reasons …"

Instantly, it lit an anger within the Alpha King at the mention of his mother.

"DO NOT … mention my mother here!" King Alcyd gave a deadly glare towards his older brother.

Princess Shiveena was completely speechless and quiet.

Not knowing the right thing to say.

She doesn't want to further agitate the Alpha King because she also agrees with Prince Alarick.

Things have become too much for them to handle.

"I am sorry if I brought her up. But the fact is … you have to preserve the legacy of your mother. Not caring at all for the things she cared for is tantamount to insulting her existence and hard work. I just want you to realize that keeping this decision of yours is far bigger mistake than what you have done already …"

Prince Alarick continued,

"Brother … we can work together in gaining Selene's forgiveness but we will not stand a chance as a fragmented kingdom. Many of our enemies will take this chance to completely annihilate our people. Innocent lives will perish and be affected by your selfishness. Selene will forgive you, brother …"

For a moment, King Alcyd covered his face in frustration before responding to his older brother's advice.

"How sure are you, she will forgive me … hmm?" King Alcyd pointed out.

"Because she has a good heart. She still loved you even after knowing that father was responsible for her family's demise. Even though her older brother convinced to kill you, she still chose to protect you." Prince Alarick conveyed his faith within the good heart of Selene.

"We can work harder in gaining her forgiveness and her affection once she returns. But we cannot risk the innocent lives. Let us surrender!" Prince Alarick was genuine with his concerns for his younger brother and for the people they serve.

The Alpha King heaved a defeated sigh.

On the other hand …

Just outside the council room, Chloe was already on her way.

The couple, Scarlett and Lance interrupted her entry to the room.

"Scarlett … Lance … why the two of you look serious? What can I do to help?" Chloe offered her help to the two.

"I cannot find the strength to face the Alpha King … So, I want you to extend to him our plan to return in the Golden Moon City." Scarlett told Chloe.

"Don't you want to wait for the return of Selene before you go back?" Chloe wondered.

"The pack will be in a vulnerable state if Caleb leaves and rush his way here. Especially with what's going on right now. The timing is off but I am also expecting … a child." Holding her stomach before continuing.

"Thus, it would really be better if I go now." Scarlett revealed.

Lance was already shocked beforehand when he found out.

Forcing Scarlett to return as soon as possible.

Away from the royal palace.

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