Chapter 112 - Another Day in the Estate

The heads of the seven clans assembled around a long, polished table in the grand council hall, their faces solemn and thoughtful. The antique tapestries that covered the walls were bathed in a warm glow from the mellow glow of chandeliers. The weight of the conversations that had occurred, with each leader thinking through what their people should do next in these unsettling times, was evident in the air. Alpha Raoul, one of the leaders, began, “The rogues have reduced their attacks on our borders," he said in a tone that suggested skepticism. "It's as if they have almost disappeared” The other leaders, who had all noticed the same thing, agreed in whispers. There was an uncomfortable quiet after the months-long, ceaseless attacks that had ravaged their lands. "Do you think they are planning something bigger in secret?" Iris asked, looking around the table with her piercing eyes narrowing. She had a reputation for being careful and never underestimating her rivals. "Perhaps,"