Chapter 134: Tribute Talks

Frederick Someone cleared their throat, making Frederick groan in anger. He was tired and really wanted to go home. He didn’t realize that being an Alpha would be so demanding. He turned to look at Stefano and kicked him from under the table. Someone should have warned him, Dammit. Stefano jerked but made no move to wake up. The man simply slept on and didn’t seem to care. “What?” Frederick asked when he heard the throat being cleared again. “We have the issue of an empty seat,” Allen said. “Perhaps, if the Alpha fills the empty seat with someone of a reputable family, we will allow you to appoint anyone you want.” Frederick laughed and met Allen’s challenging gaze with his own. “But if not, what is this then?” he said, his eyes narrowing. “I will have you know in this court that I don’t care about words. I don’t play those games. I was raised like you, but I hated that life. I sought every opportunity to stay away from it, which is why when I see people like you talking, op