RAGAL POV (Alpha Lycan King)

“Yes, I know everything.” I rose from my seat, looming over the gathered council. “But I choose to keep silent.”

“Alpha King!” One of the elders rushed forward instantly, prostrating himself before me. “I had no part in those crimes,” he whimpered, terrified that he might be the next soul dragged to the dungeon.

Murmurs rippled through the air as the accused exchanged frantic glances. Heads bowed in collective shame. A dark satisfaction ...