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The Royal Council conferred briefly, their nods and shrugs signaling unanimous agreement.

“With the substantial evidence presented, we motion that Lady Constantine be acquitted of all charges on the grounds of self-defense in protecting both Archer Weston and herself. Unless you, Your Majesty, have any objections?” The Prime Alpha announced.

King Zander glared at Amani from his throne, and she met his gaze with a defiant look that dared him to contest her innocence. To her surprise, he had no objections.

“She shall hereby be dismissed then,” the King responded, his tone begrudging.

A thunderous applause erupted from the omegas watching from the higher levels. Amani looked up at them, her heart swelling with gratitude and love. They weren’t there for the spectacle like the rest of the crowd—they were there to support her.

“Your Majesty, what shall be the fate of this man?” A guard stepped forward, pushing Darius ahead. “He is a rogue who illegally stepped onto our territory.”

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This chapter was amazing and so well written I felt like I was in the court myself heart thundering and jumping up and down lol
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awesome, I can't wait.
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