Given the severity of Penelope's crime, she would have been sentenced to death. However, Isabella's heartfelt plea for mercy moved William to spare her life, though he remained resolute in ensuring that she would still face punishment for her actions.

William’s voice was a low growl, barely contained. "Liam, your mate Penelope has committed an unforgivable act. She attempted to kill Isabella. Such betrayal cannot be tolerated."

Liam’s eyes flickered with despair and regret, but he knew better than to plead for mercy. William continued, his tone colder than ice. "Effective immediately, being an indirect accomplice, you are stripped of your position as Beta. You are demoted to the lowest...