Chapter 131: PRICE OF COMPASSION

Edeline "Hey, Dad..." I began, trying to shift the focus from the incident involving Anita and Mirabelle. "We need to discuss more than just this. We should consider pressing charges for attempted murder against both Mirabelle and myself, and also for the poisoning of Darius. And don’t forget, Tatiana must face consequences too, since it all started with her! This is exactly what we need. What are your reasons for your actions?" My voice rose, my hands gripping my disheveled hair in frustration. Dad stood tall, his eyes locking onto mine with an intensity that made me flinch. "You know full well that poisoning an oracle is a grave offense!" he said, his voice carrying a mixture of anger and resolve. “We have all the evidence we need! If Tatiana did poison Darius, what should be done about her? She's pregnant. Perhaps the best course of action would be to send her back to her place of origin and ensure she doesn’t return.” He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself, his eyes closing