Chapter 216. Father

Cain strained against his chains. “Rett, stop!”

But Rett only laughed, the sound broken and unhinged, echoing harshly against the stone walls of the dungeon.

“If you had just listened and used her when you had the chance,” Rett barked, his voice rising with every word, “none of this would be happening! We would have power. We would have ruled!”

His eyes burned as he glared at Althea.

“The plan was simple,” Rett continued. “She was meant to be used. Toyed with. You knew the Alpha King was already smitten with her. We could have controlled him through her, but you kept delaying! You kept protecting her instead of giving her the damn instructions!”

Cain shook his head violently. “She was never meant to be a weapon!”

Rett let out a sharp, mocking laugh and turned on his father. “You act high and mighty, but you always let emotions cloud your judgment! Hah! To think you’re protecting a woman who isn’t even your blood.”

His lips curl