Chapter 20 Charisma Pov

I opened my mouth to retort, frustrated beyond belief. “I have plenty of arguments. The provision of an heir, the pressure for a female to perform such a task is an archaic notion and one that is solely for the benefit of the male. Not all of us want children and certainly not so early in life. I can always put somebody else forward for the position. There is no law that forbids such a thing and it’s always been a last resort option but one that can certainly suffice in this situation.” The council looked astonished. My mate moved closer, protectively against me. Thomas narrowed his eyes. “Who would you nominate?” he asked, his voice hoarse and tinged with anger.