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Chapter 46 - When Honour Fails

Author: Viola David
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The tension in the sitting room was palpable, the air thick with a mix of confusion and anticipation. All eyes were fixed on Thane, who sat with his head bent low.

Councillor Tudor nudged him softly. "My Alpha..." he said in a low voice, "Perhaps I should speak?" Thane nodded slowly, his head still bent low.

Councillor Tudor stood and bowed to Alpha Asher once more. "Alpha Asher, with due respect to your Luna, to your son and to his mate, I crave your indulgence. I will speak for my Alpha."

Alpha Asher was looking at him, visibly perplexed. "Go on." he said.

"Actually, there's no easy way to say this," Councillor Tudor started, his voice measured and cautious, "but it'll have to be said all the same. You may have seen how my Alpha was affected by the news about Lylah, your son's ex wife, that is because our visit to Ravenhurst has everything to do with her."

Alpha Asher's eyes narrowed slightly. "I'm listening."

Councillor Tudor hesitated, choosing his words carefully. "The thing
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