After She's Terminal The Alpha Regrets (Elaine and Lucas) novel Chapter 168

Chapter 168

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“I’m sure. Let’s just get this over with.” Elaine didn’t wait for his answer this time. She strode back through the lobby—Ruth and Walter already gone—and walked into the Council Chambers.

She took her position near the back, wouldn’t step forward until she called. Her parents were beside the podium of Elders. Lucas was center, already speaking to the gathered Elders.

“We are here for the trial of Walter and Ruth. They have been charged with the planning and kidnapping of former Luna Elaine. They’ve also been charged with trafficking.”

“Trafficking!” Ruth practically screamed. “We did no such thing!”

“Kidnapping and selling someone for money is trafficking, Ruth. Now be silent,” Lucas replied, not looking her way. He was too angry. He’d probably strangle her right there on the stand if he did.

Elaine’s brow rose. She hadn’t realized that had been added to their charge. It made her gut twist up. How horrible a thing for them to do to their own daughter. She looked at her father. Walter was still silent.

“Individuals such as this are a danger to the entire pack and should not be allowed to reside within our territory. Which is why I have called this trial today.” Lucas turned to the Elder Council. “I propose to banish Walter and Ruth from the Wind Wolf Territory effective after this trial, with threat of execution upon ever reentering again.”

A ripple went through the Elder’s, whispers exchanged behind hands.

“Quite the punishment, Alpha Lucas,” Elder Byron said.