The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

78 Unexpected confrontation …

Lyla

My heart nearly stopped when I saw the familiar figure approaching our car .

Even after all these years , I’d recognize Lenny anywhere – Ramsey’s ever – loyal Beta , his right hand in everything .

Without thinking I ducked down , practically diving towards Nathan’s lap .

“ Beta Lenny , ” I heard Jeremy – Nathan’s father call out .

“ To what do we owe the presence of the White Moon Throne ? You’re far away from home and you could have requested for a report to

be sent instead of coming down here .

”

“ I know , Beta Jeremy , ” Lenny chuckled “ But a request came for the Lycan Leader himself from Alpha Logan’s widow – Luna Vanessa and he’s obliged to attend to her needs , especially after the brave feat the late Alpha pulled – he’s practically the reason why Elder Eldric is still alive .

”

“ I see ! ” Jeremy responded , with uncertainty in his voice but he didn’t sound surprised that my mother had requested the presence of White Moon Throne .

If anything , he was acting normal …

almost too normal .

I couldn’t help but wonder why my mother needed help from Alpha Ramsey .

I pressed closer to Nathan , hoping Lenny would leave soon .

Just then , Nathan woke up , blinking sleepily at my nearness , staring at me in confusion .

“ Lyla ? What’s wrong ? Why are you … ” his voice was low and groggy .

But before I could answer .

and ask him to talk quietly , Lenny’s smooth voice cut into the conversation .

“ Alpha Heir , looking good .

” His eyes moved to the back of the car .

“ You don’t look like a man who’s spent even a day in the dungeons .

What’s your secret ? ”

He was mocking , Nathan .

I felt him stir and I squeezed my eyes shut , wishing I could disappear entirely .

If Lenny was here , Ramsey would be here too .

I know it sounds foolish especially as I didn’t owe Ramsey but the thought of meeting him impromptly was causing me to panic .

For one , I looked like a mess .

I’d just endured an 8 – hour drive , I had bags under my eyes , my nails were chipped , my clothes wrinkly and I had no make – up on .

How could I appear before my ex – mate looking like life has been unfair to me ?

Even if it has , why would I give him the satisfaction ? Knowing who Cassidy was , I’m sure she would be with him .

Slender , beautiful and regal with matching jewellery set , not a single strand of hair out of place with her wolf , probably whispering to Ramsey about how stupid I look …

The typical Wolfless Deviant …

Tears pricked at my eyes but I pushed it back .

I didn’t think I could face him .

“ Lyla ? ” Lenny said suddenly calling out my name with a smug familiarity .

“ Stop hiding , I can see you there ? ”

Realizing there was no escaping , I slowly straightened , forcing what I hoped was a cold smile .

“ Beta Lenny ,” I tried to sound cool .

“ Who exactly am I hiding from ? You or Alpha Ramsey ? C’mon , ” I huffed .

“ I was looking for my earring .

it suddenly fell .

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78 Unexpected confrontation …

an exaggerated amused smile on

” Then he moved

out his hand

smiling .

help you out , Miss

”

stepping out of

of me was on high alert , my gaze darting around for any sign of

spot him first ,

I was desperately hoping he wasn’t nearby

and free novels

minutes of your time , Lyla ? ” Lenny cut into my

are yet to arrive and I came here earlier so

”

I could respond , Nathan stepped between

with you , Beta Lenny , ”

say ,

and I’m sure

at heart .

”

waver but his eyes hardened

do you speak for her ? I believe she can speak for herself don’t you think ? If she doesn’t want to talk

”

to speak with you or your Lycan Leader privately ,”

ever get tired of ass – licking and running around like his dog

, Nathan … ” Lenny

Who knows if you’ll become one at the end of the day ? So

the punishment for treason isn’t some fancy dungeon and food every

…

”

Both of you , stop ! ” I stepped around Nathan , inserting myself in their middle

to create a scene on

hear whatever the Lycan Leader wants to say !

if you don’t want to ,” Nathan’s eyes

Don’t let them bully you into what you don’t want to do

”

Don’t worry , Nath , ” I gave him a small smile

“ It’s okay .

I

okay ?

… ”

said softly

so we can focus on what’s important

”

back still glowering at Lenny

“ Five minutes .

right here if you need my

”

in the Council compound and together we started

stopping when we got to the path covered with tall hedges

the last time I had met Ramsey

met me …

We had sex

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confrontation …

cheek as I tried to

I be thinking

, a pleasant smile on his face and I tried to meet his gaze without flinching wondering silently where Ramsey was

not here , Lyla !

, feigning ignorance

he’s not here but he

his condolences on the passing of your father and he has promised to

”

stomach drop

me , ” I said through gritted teeth , clenching

else ? ”

lips quirked into a bitter smile

, Lyla … you cannot

the moment you drove into

”

flared in my chest as I narrowed my eyes at

to be grateful for that information ? Me and Ramsey are done with each other

once , not twice … every time , he walked in and saw me ,

… doesn’t want

”

his hands full with duties and couldn’t make it himself

”

would have accepted that line but I

insinuating that I want

that I’m so over this

grateful for his

else

Lenny reached out to

four years devoted