Chapter 126

Third Person

"Your actions have brought disgrace to this coven," declared another elder, a woman with silver hair cascading down her shoulders. "Mating with a Lycan, an Alpha no less, is an affront to our kind. We cannot allow such an abomination."

Silas remained silent, knowing that words alone would not sway the deeply ingrained beliefs of the vampire council. He had anticipated this moment, yet it didn't make the rejection any easier to bear.

Drake, unable to conceal his disdain, stepped forward. "Silas, you've jeopardized the very fabric of our society. A vampire mated to a Lycan Alpha? It's preposterous!"

Silas' voice resonated through the chamber, calm but resolute. "My bond with Chassy is stronger than any allegiance to this coven. I have found something beyond the confines of vampiric norms."

The lead elder scoffed, "You speak of loyalty, but you've abandoned your responsibilities. The Red Moon Pack now stands without an Alpha,