JARIS
I forced my composure as I walked past them to my seat at the head of the table.
I called each their names, acknowledging them. "I apologize if you had to wait for long. I had no idea you were coming. Please, take your seats."
They did so.
I noticed there was no water or refreshment on the table.
I turned to Nerion who was standing beside me. "Why weren't they offered anything?"
"We objected," one of the representatives replied. "What we came to do is too bleak to drink."
I furrowed my brows. What they came to do?
"And what might that be, if you do not mind me asking? Is there a problem?"
Another nodded. "A very big one, Alpha Jaris."
There was a long pause, and exchanged stares, then they added with a painful expression. "The Alpha King is dead."
......
The news came
