Shifted Fate Novel

Chapter 252 I felt my eyes narrow , and so did Rowans .

Fixed it how ? I watched him fight , but it was no use .

I did whatever I needed to .

Then he did something I never thought I would see .

He slammed his teeth together .

I heard the crunch and winced .

He broke a couple teeth fighting my command .

But then he dropped to the ground and started to convulse .

His eyes flashed to his wolfs , and I saw hatred in its eyes .

You will regret this , pup .

His words sounded like his mouth was filled with rocks , and I knew something was wrong .

He convulsed more , and his eyes faded .

The light that was just present vanished .

I walked closer and then dropped to my knees .

Nina and Nadine started to scream as they realized the same thing I just did .

I turned back to Rowan .

Hes dead .

Rowan came over and dropped next to me .

What the fuck do you mean , hes dead ? I cracked open his jaw and hissed as his saliva dribbled past his lips .

I yanked back my thumb and watched the skin bubble .

Fuck .

The smell of burned flesh and a small puff of smoke drifted from my thumb .

What the hell is that ? Toya walked over and looked at my thumb , phone still recording in my hand .

Silver .

Rowan and I answered at the same time .

Why is there silver in his mouth? I grabbed his chin , keeping my fingers away from the dribble of saliva , and cracked his jaw open .

Rowan , use your cellphone and shine it into here .

I looked into his mouth once the light was on and I could see the shattered remains of all his molars .

Silver was burning trails into the flesh of his mouth .

He had fake teeth implanted with liquid silver.

What are you talking about ? There is no liquid silver .

Thats mercury , and it was a hoax .

Nadine sniffled , but I ignored her .

Rowan looked at me .

She is right .

I shook my head .

This is tiny slivers of silver suspended in a liquid , most likely an oil .

But its there .

You can see the reflection of the tiny particles in the burns .

I tilted the head and let Rowan look inside of his mouth .

Why would he do this ? Rowan looked at me , and for the first time I could see the lost teenager that had to take over as king far too young .

Because he had a secret , he couldnt let out .

And he was willing to die to keep it .

I let his face fall and turned to Rowna .

Call and have someone clean this up .

There are students here that are going to start freaking out soon .

I nodded to the crowd behind him .

He nodded and pulled out his phone .

I need you to come here and clean up after a body .

No blood , but silver is present , so wear gloves .

He glanced up at the two women huddled together .

Also , I want Thiniuss family pulled in for questioning .

There was a pause .

All of them .

He hummed in agreement a few times and then stood.

I will personally interview them .

Then he hung up .

My king ! Nina called out, but he raised his hand and turned to me .

I need your to keep this table opened .

But I will postpone the selection process until this is handled .

I nodded and he turned to address the women .

Ladies , I know this is an ugly scene .

But I really want all of you to continue to apply .

I dont want this to stop you from getting your chance at being queen .

I understand though , if this is too much for you .

He bowed and then turned to Nadine and Nina .

You two are obviously disqualified from applying .

And Nadine , you are removed from your duties with the council from this moment on .

1 Please Rowan , dont do this to me .

I love you .

Nina begged , dropping to her knees .

Nadine paled further .

You cant do this .

Im in line for my uncles seat on the council .

She shook her head is disbelief .

But Rowan just snorted .

I can do this .

You are lucky that your family isnt being cast out for being traitors .

Rowan wiped his face .

Yet .

Yet … The threat hung on her lips .

I saw panic flash in her eyes .

You cant mean that .

But I do .

Rowan stepped closer to her .

Your uncle has proven himself to be a coward and a traitor for taking his life instead of being honest .

And that makes me feel like your clan is hiding something .

If I find out what it is , all of you will be cast out to live as rogues .

The two women gasped , but Rowan focused on Nina .

If you actually loved me , Nina , you wouldnt have acted this way .

You have proven time and time again that you are self- centered and conniving .

Someone not worthy of being queen .

Rowan turned away , and the two women crumpled to the floor .