Lyra’s POV

“Banishing her would be too easy,” one of the elders interrupted Rylan's words. “I think there should be a more severe punishment. Besides, she hasn't confessed yet. The laws guiding this pack require the offender to confirm if the allegations made against them are true.”

“Even when the evidence is glaring?” I retorted.

“Rules are rules,” the elder said. “And I think we should be a bit more patient. I know this lady. She won't be involved in the kidnapping ...