Chapter 114

I had only glanced at her once and I could see how upset she was at me for being my sister and yet finding all the gory details about her fiance at the council and not being prepared before. I knew I should have but due to the time limit, it was impossible to cross all T's and dot at the i's.

By the end of Day One, the Council had asked to meet with me and Peterson alone. A proper Council meeting.

There was no rest for us.

As the hall emptied. I gathered my stuff and we all went back to the Council office where private Council meetings were held. The most fortified place in the entire building, other than our offices.

"Councilor Shaw." I was addressed first. I nodded in acknowledgment.

"I am a little confused. Who is your client exactly? Mr. Simmons or his daughter?" I was asked.

I knew this question would be raised. I was glad that even though I had not seen this outcome of events, I had kept my mate bond with Zoe only to myself. It could've been a strong argument against my validity