Chapter 70

Kaius’ POV “What had happened, Francis?” I asked as I rushed into the palace. Francis was at the gate, he was bleeding from his nose and the corner of his lips. My fist curled up and anger raged through me. “Simon did this?” Francis nodded. “He–” he sighed in pain and it broke my heart even more. If I had been here this would never have happened. “Don't talk. I'll call the council of elders immediately and get this fixed.” I turned to storm off but Francis rushed after me, limping. “No. Simon had– arranged Rogues to attack multiple packs. He seemed to use spells of some sort and he made the pack Alpha break and reject the alliance. Most had sided with Simon even when he was destroying their packs.” I sucked air through my teeth. “How did you know this?” “I have been into him for a while, but I wanted to be sure before I involved you. I know how sensitive this makes you.” I gritted my teeth and nodded. “That's fine. But why are you hurt?” “I tried to stop him when he came looking for yo