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“Must you fill your ears with such trivialities?” he said, moving the black knight chess piece.
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“I usually ignore gossip. But as your brother, and with Lycan Clarissa’s concern , I’m obliged to ask. Do you intend to seek a breeder?”
“No plans.”
Lance looked up, grinned. “After years of war, my health isn’t the best. Digby’s still helping me recover. One mate is handful enough; adding a breeder would be beyond my capacity.”
Lycan Erasmus rolled his eyes, “Nonsense. As a Lycan, you’re robust. Are you implying I can’t handle it?”
“How dare I critique you? Moreover, your role in royal Lycan reproduction justifies having more breeders. It’s common for Alphas to have several.”
“Reproduction is your duty too, as royal family.”
Lance chuckled, I planned to live alone , fearing too many ties. Now with Luna Adelaide and Mother moving out, too many attachments would cramp my style. So, children are not on my agenda.”
Lycan Erasmus, deep in thought while holding a white bishop chess piece, abruptly stopped the game. “Forget it. Tend to your official duties. A major case has been sent to the Ministry of Justice for review,”
“Yes, a woman slaughtered her mate’s family of twelve, including her own children. The Union County Judicial Department has passed judgment , and the prosecution office has approved. Now it’s with the Royal Judicial Department. I haven’t finished reviewing the files.”
Lycan Erasmus frowned, “Such a vicious she–wolf deserves hanging on the spot, not just execution at the lunar altar.”
“Once I finish the documents, I’ll handle it fairly, Lance said.
“Go, go!” Lycan Erasmus waved him off irritably.
After Lance left, Lycan Erasmus scattered white chess pieces on the board.
After a while, he turned pale and said to Fabian, “Have I been too harsh ? He’s not even willing to have children .”
Fabian thought, “You’ve had Lance constantly monitored. How could he not sense your distrust?” But he only smiled, “You overthink it. Alpha Lance might just not want children for now.”
“Who doesn’t want children? I long for many pups. Given our age difference, he should be a father by
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Fabian whispered, “Perhaps Lance, aware of your concerns, doesn’t want to create friction. Remember, he’s always looked up to you with pride.”
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At this, Lycan Erasmus’s gaze softened as he recalled their past.
After a long sigh, he said, “I have overthought it.
Fabian silently poured him a cup of coffee.
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He knew Lycan Erasmus’s sigh was a fleeting sentimental moment and wouldn’t reduce his vigilance.
Lance’s decision to delay having children was wise.
At least for now, without offspring, Lycan Erasmus could rest easier.
Having recently reclaimed the southern border, Lance’s standing with the royal family and the public was at its peak–enough to make any monarch wary of a brother whose achievements overshadowed their
own.
By surrendering command of the royal army after the southern border campaign and forming a bond, Lance demonstrated loyalty and posed no threat.
This reassured Lycan Erasmus.
Back at the Ministry of Justice, officers from the Royal Constabulary inquired about the case.
Lance, citing incomplete documentation, dismissed them.
That night, after dining with Adelaide, the Royal Constabulary chief, Dudley, arrived in person.
After a heated half–hour discussion in the study, they parted on bad terms .
Returning to his villa, Lance’s stern expression vanished, replaced by ease an
nderness.
Adelaide knew nothing of the case but had heard Tommy mention Lance’s distress over a massacre case.
The Royal Constabulary had sent officers to the Ministry of Justice that day, and tonight, the chief himself had come–clearly, the case was urgent.
“So, what about this case has you so indecisive?”
Adelaide broached the topic. Lance had clearly been troubled, yet he acted as if nothing was wrong upon returning
She knew he shielded her from work–related stress, but she wanted to share his burden.
“Well, my sources report public opinion is being manipulated. But the core issue is that this she–wolf brutally murdered an entire family, including her children–a heinous act . ”
“Who’s manipulating public opinion?” Adelaide asked sharply.
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