Blood Legacy Origin of Species by Kerri Hawkins

Author:Kerri Hawkins
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
ISBN: 9780976623168
Publisher: Red Raptor Productions
Published: 2011-12-15T00:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 13

THE MEMBERS OF THE GRAND COUNCIL sat in the great hall waiting for their leader. Abigail was seated in the middle with Ala and Kusunoki on one side and Marilyn and Aeron on the other. They did not wait very long as Ryan strode into the room, followed by Victor and Edward. Ryan appeared quite normal and was in a relatively good mood.

Both Abigail and Ala reached out to mentally touch the girl, and both received the same impression. Ryan’s mood was genuine, a combination of pleasure and relief to be returning command of the hierarchy to Victor. But there was also a mild underlying sense of melancholy. Ryan began without hesitation.

“When I assumed command of the hierarchy, it was my right to dissolve the Grand Council and it was my choice to request its continuation, a request that was graciously granted by the members before me.”

“I stand before you today with another request. That you accept my resignation from the position and return the crown to its rightful possessor, Victor Alexander.”

“And your reason for this request?” Abigail asked out of formality. There were very few acceptable reasons for the transfer.

“My health has made me currently unsuitable for the position and I do not feel I can effectively serve.”

Abigail nodded. It was one of the acceptable reasons. “And are there any challenges to this transfer of power?” she asked rhetorically.

Ryan cast a glance in Aeron’s direction, as did Victor and Edward. He seemed amused by the attention.

“Not at this time,” he replied.

“Are there any objections to this transfer of power?” Abigail asked. She glanced down the table.

“I approve,” Ala said.

“As do I,” Kusunoki said.

“And I,” Marilyn added.

There was a slight pause as Aeron cleared his throat, apparently having some difficult getting the words out. “I agree as well,” he said stiffly.

Abigail turned her attention back to Ryan. “As do I,” she said. “Then it is decided by unanimous decree that Victor Alexander assume the throne once more.”

This was a far different scene than the triumphant coronation in which Ryan had assumed the throne, but no one wished for that type of pomp under the current circumstances, least of all Victor.

“And now there is the matter of naming your Second, Victor,” Abigail said, moving to the final piece of business.

Victor turned to Ryan but as he knew she would, she shook her head. “I’m not fit to serve in that capacity, either.”

They had already discussed this at length and Victor knew she would not yield. He turned back to the Council. “I ask Kusunoki Masahige to act as my Second.”

Kusunoki stood and bowed low. “I accept this great honor with respect and humility,” he said, pausing, “but only on an interim basis.” His gaze was on Ryan. “Once the crown prince is fit again, I expect her to assume her place as Second.”

Ryan bowed. “I will do as you wish.” She then turned to Victor, bowing again. “My king.”

Victor smiled and brushed her hair from her eyes. “My prince.”

And for the briefest of moments, everything was as it should be.

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