His narrow-eyed glare does not go unnoticed by me, but I bow anyway, out of respect. Elder Raen and Nguyen nod to me, looking a little relieved to see me. I’m not sure exactly what went on during the trial, but I can imagine they were outnumbered in their opinion. I’ll have to talk to them when this is over.
“I apologize for intruding, but you should have sent for me to join the deliberations. That was a fault on your part, Council Member Thaen,” I tell him, pinning my eyes on his without regret. I should have at least been informed of an official hearing, especially since it was directly about me.
“Alpha Montgomery, there are too many concerns surrounding your entry into the Lycan King Selection,” Council Member Thaen announces with a shake of his head. He motions to the rest of the c
