We concur with your Alpha that this is not a prudent decision. I will personally place the Alpha Order for her and update you accordingly. This will be the. The most expedient and efficacious method of uncovering the facts, given your scepticism over our investigation.” He terminated the call, appearing somewhat irritated by her lack of confidence in them.
“I should have executed it initially,” Luke murmured.
She observed him; he was evidently irritated by the council’s failure to move promptly. It is highly probable that he would have simply commanded it; indeed, most Alphas would demand the truth from their pack members if they suspected deceit.
“I concur,” she groaned, having just heard Alpha Philip assert that the process would be swift and efficient, yet they were merely allowing her to express her thoughts freely and accepting her assertions without scrutiny. That she-wolf could utter anything and evade all forms of retribution. Contemplated the nature of that justice. Was this a frequent occurrence, or were they merely negligent in this instance?
They may have believed her life had already been enough painful, and hence she no longer required further suffering.
Alternatively, due to her voluntary and unreserved responses to all their enquiries, as he said, they perceived no necessity to extract any further information from her.
Bella did not wish for the woman to endure further suffering, as she already had, yet she could not allow her to be liberated either. What if she was deceitful regarding all matters? She could reappear in a year or two and once again bring turmoil to herself and the children. To Luke personally, to this group.
No, despite being a mother of three, she had to be addressed. She partially concurred with Luke, believing he should have let Maddis to harm her, although the maternal instinct within her opposed this notion. The children were oblivious to the situation and would endure the loss of their mother without any understanding of the circumstances. Would be rendered orphans and necessitate upbringing in an orphanage or by an unfamiliar individual.
It was unjust to the children she had. She glanced at Luke, who appeared excessively silent and visibly irritated. She positioned herself on his lap, embraced him, and placed her head on his shoulder. “I dislike it no more than you do,” she groaned. “However, those children?” If she is a commendable mother, they merit that. He might locate a new pack for her, a secure place for her and the children to reside.
“Bella?”
“I acknowledge and comprehend the concern regarding her potential return.” However, three children, all under the age of four, are innocent.
She might consider relocating to another nation, possibly in Europe, to seek an improved quality of life, within a Council-approved framework.
“That does not ensure your safety over time.”
“I understand.” She gazed at him, “Doesn’t the paternal instinct within you consider those children at all?”
He sighed heavily, stating, “I am not attempting to perceive her in that manner.” She has solely generated difficulties for this pack, for both you and me. I do not wish for her to be in proximity to us. The pack, or our offspring, ever.
“I comprehend, however.”
“Negative.” “Buts,” he murmured. “She has made her decision, Bella must now confront the repercussions.”
She was unable to influence him and made no attempt to do so. She comprehended, having perused the responses he had composed for the council. As he had completed hers.
He realised he had refrained from expressing his thoughts due to apprehension of her potential reaction to his statements.
He believed that if he were to betray her, she would despise him and never trust him again; even if he were to win her back, she would ultimately reject him and depart. That had constituted his greatest apprehension.
Even if he rescued her, he would ultimately lose her.
They resumed their anticipation for the council to interrogate her once more, subsequently uncovering the complete truth and relaying it to them. Bella desired the lady to be penalised; but, she also opposed the notion of her being estranged from her children. Enquired whether there exists a wolfen prison that permits children to accompany their parent.
I may need to pose that exact question when Alpha Philip returns the phone. However, who could ascertain when that would occur?
It may occur later today, tomorrow, or within a week. She sighed gently and sat on Luke’s lap, his arms encircling her, showing no objection to her presence. She appeared disinclined to engage in conversation beyond her initial remarks. At that moment, their sole desire was to be in proximity to one another.
