Chapter 65. Hidden Miseries
"Exactly what I’m trying to say, and if things don’t turn out that way, then we’ll have to act fast. We need to understand what the mind listeners and truth seekers really want from Maria and our family as a whole," Beta Gilbert said, his expression still clouded with confusion.
"So, in conclusion, we’ve all agreed not to alert anyone or inform the police about Maria’s disappearance, right?" Victoria asked, seeking confirmation.
"Yes, at least for now," Beta Gilbert replied. "Let’s be sure of everything we’re doing before raising an alarm and embarrassing ourselves. We haven’t even looked for her properly yet."
"Now, concerning Elijah Simons... when are we taking him to the packhouse to present him to the elders and the pack?" Bernard asked, sounding tense and impatient.
"We’ll send a message calling for an urgent meeting. He’ll be presented there, and all his crimes will be exposed to the entire pack," Beta Gilbert answered firmly.
"What kind of punishment do you think Elijah Simons would face?" Victoria asked, her gaze fixed on her husband, curiosity etched on her face.
"This situation hasn’t occurred in centuries. So, I can’t say what kind of punishment the elders will decide on," Beta Gilbert admitted with frustration. "If Bernard were Alpha by blood, he’d be the one passing judgment. But right now, he can’t—not without holding the rule book."
"Then why don’t we delay the judgment? We can use that time to demand the rule book be handed over to me. Could that work?" Bernard asked, eyes locking with Beta Gilbert’s, hoping for a favorable response.
"It’s too risky—a gamble we shouldn’t take," Gilbert said, shaking his head. "Betrayal is too common. I won’t risk Elijah escaping punishment. Let the elders handle it. Once you get the rule book, then you’ll have full authority to change things."
"Alright," Bernard agreed with a sigh. "I’ll do whatever the elders decide for now. But when the rule book is mine, I’ll change a lot—especially when it comes to punishing traitors more harshly."
"I believe you will," Gilbert said. "But remember—the rule book holds deep secrets only the Alpha can know. Even though the elders keep it, there are pages they’re forbidden to open. Only the Alpha has that right."