Chapter 74

"I do realize my mistake. Judge Malachi. I did not come to Eastern Claw to claim a mate. But I did claim Diana, and nothing can change that." I said. "Was the claiming consensual?" He asked. I did not expect that question, so I stiffened. "She did not protest, if that's what you're asking." I said. "Judge Malachi, my mating is valid and there is nothing I will let anyone do to tear it asunder. I'd rather we focus on the issue of Alpha Theodore. You are asking questions only my mate can answer, and as you have not summoned her, these questions only digress from the issue at hand." There was silence. Judge Malachi narrowed his eyes, but relented. "Very well. Did you harbor any conflict with Alpha Theodore Blackmore before the Claiming?" He asked. "No. In fact, the royal family has always enjoyed good relations with the Desert Fang pack." I said. "Until now." Jason Blackmore muttered. "You will be civil, Alpha Jason." Dembe Malachi snapped. "I apologize." He said