“There is really no need to make a fuss over the matter when all that is required is a simple solution to remedy it.”
“I must say I do agree with you lord Hadwyn. His highness is surely not the first wolf to come across his moon goddess given mate after having chosen another.”
“My lords, at least you must understand his highness’ position–”
“That we do, lord Nevan. Is it not why all the five noble houses came in haste when the king summoned us?”
“That and the fear that if this matter is not resolved quickly the consequences might be dire for the whole of Xatis. I’m sure that no one here needs reminding of what the consequences for an unstable kingdom means not just for the royal house but for us all.”
“What do you propose then?”
“Ah, lord Quent, I was beginning to think that the four
