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74: THE BANDITS

The grand hall was filled with the murmurs of the gathered Alphas, each of them seated around the large circular table. Maria stood at the center, her voice ringing out with the false conviction she had mastered so well. I entered late, deliberately, as she spoke about how to rid our lands of the bandits, emphasizing the need for a leader with charm and experience.

The room fell silent as my presence was noticed, and Maria's eyes widened in shock for just a moment before she quickly masked it with a thin smile. I made my way to the front, taking a seat directly opposite her, ensuring I could watch her every move.

"Well, well, if it isn't Alpha Ayar," Maria said, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "Or should I call you Ava? It's hard to keep track these days."

The room was tense, the Alphas glancing between us, sensing the undercurrents of hostility. I met her gaze steadily, refusing to let her rattle me.

"Maria," I said, my voice calm but firm. "I'm here to discuss the matters at hand,
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