Nolan’s POV
The sound of shattering glass echoed through the banquet hall. All conversation ended as everyone focused on me and the Alpha King. Because of Jason’s clumsy elbow, my plan was ruined.
Marco’s voice flooded my mind through our link. “Alpha, please, just leave it alone. We can try another time.”
There would not be another time. This must happen now. I would drag the truth out into the open one way or another.
I sneered at the Alpha King and said, “You’re growing old and feeble, old wolf.”
Gasps spread through the room. The Alpha King’s eyes widened at my accusation. Jason immediately moved away from us.
He gave a nervous laugh and said, “I think you had too much to drink, Alpha Nolan.”
I ignored him and continued, “Tell me, is it guilt that makes you tremble? Or do you remember the blood you spilled?”
Solon slammed his hand on the table as he stood. He snarled, “Nolan! How dare you insult the Alpha King! If you can’t handle your liquor, return to your room but do not cause a scene. It will not be tolerated.”
I didn’t break eye contact with the Alpha King, which only angered Solon more. “There is only one true Alpha King, and my father is already dead.”
Solon snarled, his Alpha aura flaring. I finally met his gaze. “Did I say something wrong?”
“You will not spit on this Rite with your conspiracy theories! This is a sacred gathering, not a stage for your tantrums. You dishonor every wolf in this hall with your reckless accusations,” Solon berated. “The Elders closed this case long ago. You would dare to call them liars before all of us?”
“Yes, I dare! The Elders closed the case too quickly, and you know it. They buried the truth to protect someone. If the Alpha King is innocent, then let him prove it. Show us all he has nothing to hide,” I argued.
Solon’s fury only intensified as his voice boomed, “You insult not just the Alpha King but the Elders themselves. Their judgment is the backbone of our law. Do you think your grief gives you the right to overturn everything we stand for?”


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