Chapter 45

• The council of elders had summoned me that early morning. I was just waking up when I got a message that my presence was of utmost importance at the pack house. On arrival, I noticed the air was tense with suspicion. The wrinkled faces of the elders all grilled me. I met an accusation, and my heart broke into pieces. Who could have reasoned in such a manner? They were ready to pin it on me, but I objected firmly. I have hurt no one. Talk more of Liora who's my flesh.
• Elder Clatus was not having it. I understand he was battered that our pack was going down, but pinning it on anybody he comes across with in the name of investigation wasn't appropriate. They had adopted the theory of throwing the accusations against you, with some evidences, if you could not defend yourself, they would declare you guilty. They believed they could trace the culprit through this method. “Mira, your inseparable closeness to Liora has been duly noted. Over the years, you've had undenied access to her than most members of this pack. Perhaps you got drowned in jealousy, giving it the better of you, and that made it easy to…”
• “No, no, no!” I cut him off, my voice coming out much harsher than I expected. “I would never trade the beautiful friendship I have with Liora for anything. I am incapable of hurting Liora. She’s like my blood." I glanced at Jaxon and Liora, and I couldn't read their expressions. My heart was failing me. I can't believe this is happening.