Raidan looked at the council mbers who had finalized their decision regarding the punishnt of Edward’s eldest son, Dexton.
The seniormost council mber stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, we think Dexton’s wolf should be taken away from him. Also, he will serve a ten-year prison term for his cris. For an Alpha, it is like snatching his pride if they are without their wolf. Also, he must compensate those families who lost their loved ones due to his actions."
Dexton had his head low. "Just give a death sentence. I don’t want to live," he said, finally looking into the eyes of the Alpha King.
Edward clenched his fists in helpless rage while Cillian’s eyes glistened with tears.
"No, a death sentence won’t make you understand the nature of the cri you’ve committed. You still show no remorse in your actions. You are supposed to suffer and truly see what you’ve done, Dexton," Raidan pronounced, his voice stern and unforgiving.
"I agree with the punishnt that the council has co forward with. I hope you spend every single day in the prison repenting for your cris. As for your mate’s demise, the evidence is still unclear. The postmortem clearly revealed she was drowned to death, not a murder. However, I order to reopen the case and look into it further."
Dexton was pulled up by the two warriors. He glanced at his father and brother before being dragged out of the council hall.
"The council is adjourned," Raidan announced and walked out first. Cillian took his shaken father ho, and the hall quickly beca empty.
👑 Dominick’s Journey
While walking through the corridor of the palace, Raidan asked his sons, "Did Gabriel call?"
"So far, no one has received his call, Your Majesty," Casaio replied, worry lingering in his tone.
"I wonder if they all are fine," Raidan murmured, concern for his family evident. "Nick, you’ve asked to send you to the District of Gridlock. Are you absolutely sure about going to such a dangerous place without any help, except for your Beta?" he asked.
"Yes, Father. It’s important that I go there and find out the truth myself," Dominick answered, his decision firm. "Everything is ready, Dad. So, I only want yours and mother’s permission before I depart."
"You should definitely go. It’s ti to start gathering answers," Raidan stated before changing direction to head toward his chambers. "Go see your mother and in the main hall before leaving." Both the Alpha Princes stopped and watched their father leave with a trail of servants following behind him.
~~~~~
"I talked to Gabriel and Alie. They are doing well, and so is Noah," Mabel inford the Alpha King as she layered the cape in her hands before giving it to the maidservant behind her.
"Also, Gabriel ntioned about seeing their past lives," Mabel continued. "Lady Katherine used her powers to channelize a path for it. He didn’t tell the details, but he feels finding the cure for their situation is easy now. I think they will return soon."
"That’s wonderful news," Raidan responded, pleased. "How is Lady Katherine? I hope she’s recovering well."
"No, my King. She will pass away soon. That’s what the doctors have told them," Mabel stated, her voice quiet with sadness.
"That must be a difficult ti for Carlos," Raidan said sympathetically.
"Yes." A short silence stretched between them.
"Let’s go to the main hall. Dominick is heading to Gridlock for a work commitnt. I think he will stay there for a few months," Raidan affird.
"I see. It’s best for him to stay away from the capital for so ti," Mabel stated, accepting the news without questioning the nature of the work.
"Yes."
"Casaio can’t be the next Alpha King," Raidan then announced to her, making a significant declaration. "I think I’ll talk to Gabriel and make him understand that he needs to get ready to take the throne. I’ve always seen him as the potential candidate for it, but he never showed much interest. Maybe this ti, he will finally agree to ."
Mabel agreed with his assessnt of Casaio’s fitness for the throne. However, she voiced her own doubt. "I don’t think Gabriel will agree for this, my King. He wants freedom and will choose his happiness over this kingdom’s."
"I know," Raidan admitted to his Queen. "However, I have to convince him once for it. Unless I try, I won’t find out if he’ll accept the responsibility."
"Of course, you should try," Mabel stated, supporting his decision.
"Let’s go to the main hall then. Dominick will get late if we keep talking here," Raidan chuckled, eager to see his son off. The Queen agreed, and they both headed toward the main hall to et Dominick.
As they arrived there, they found Dominick standing ready with his trolley bags. Zilia and Casaio were also present there, having already gathered to give a farewell to Dominick.
"Mom!" Dominick hugged Mabel tightly, and she gently patted his back.
"Keep calling us," she said, her voice warm with motherly concern. "And don’t skip your als."
He smiled, pulling away. "I won’t, Mom."
She kissed the middle of his forehead, and Dominick then moved to his father. They shared a strong hug too, during which Raidan quietly told him not to take undue stress during his mission.
Pulling away from his father, Dominick returned to his trolley bags. The servants already dragged them away, signaling the imminent departure.
Mabel and Raidan left the main hall, leaving Zilia and Casaio behind.
"Suddenly, the palace feels empty," Zilia sighed, watching the door close.
"Yeah." He nodded, walking toward her and holding her hands reassuringly. "Shall we go outside today? For dinner?"
"Hmm. Why not?" Zilia agreed, appreciating the distraction. "Cas, did you hear the rumors?"
"What rumors?" He arched his eyebrows in confusion.
"They don’t want you to be the next Alpha King. And they’re saying I’m the reason behind it," Zilia stated, her gaze troubled. "I told you if you would choose —"
He pressed a finger gently on her lips to silence her. "Then, everything will turn out well. I don’t care what the others think or what my parents decide. And honestly, I’ve never been interested in the throne anyway."
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