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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an exaggerated amused smile

Still , it’s good to see you back ! ” Then he moved towards my side of the

held out

smiling .

to help you out , Miss

”

my thanks , stepping out of the car with

high alert , my gaze darting

spot him first ,

hoping he wasn’t nearby

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you spare a few minutes of your time , Lyla

I came here earlier so I could have enough

”

stepped between us , his eyes

, Beta Lenny , ” Nathan

you need to say , you can say

here and I’m sure everyone

at heart .

”

eyes hardened as he stared at

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

”

with you or your Lycan Leader privately ,” Nathan insisted , shoving me behind

ass – licking and running

Those are treasonable words , Nathan …

you’ll become

isn’t some fancy dungeon and food every

death … instant

”

stepped around Nathan , inserting myself in their middle

You don’t want to create a scene on a day like

I’ll hear whatever the Lycan Leader wants to say ! ”

shouldn’t go if you don’t want to ,” Nathan’s eyes left Lenny

into what you don’t want to

”

, Nath , ” I gave him a small smile touching his arm gently , though my

“ It’s okay .

and until I go , they won’t stop coming

okay ?

…

” I said softly

this now , so we can focus on what’s important tonight

”

glowering at Lenny who had a satisfied smirk on his lips

“ Five minutes .

be right here if you need

”

gestured towards a small garden path in the Council compound and together we started for

when we got to the path covered

in my chest … the last time I had met Ramsey in the garden

met me …

We had sex

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tried to thrust the memory away from

on earth would I be thinking

pleasant smile on his face and I

here , Lyla ! ”

at him , feigning ignorance but

here but he does send

extend his condolences on the passing of

”

my stomach drop with disappointment

I said through gritted teeth

What else

lips quirked into a bitter smile

you , Lyla … you

you , up until the moment you drove into our

”

I narrowed my eyes at Lenny

Am I supposed to be grateful for that information

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

come … doesn’t

”

hands full with duties and couldn’t make

”

years ago I would have accepted that

me insinuating that I want

, that I’m so over this

his condolence and I’ll accept that

nothing else … ”

! ” Lenny reached out to

not perfect but he spent four years devoted