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 …

nodded an exaggerated amused smile on his

” Then he moved towards my side of

out his hand ,

smiling .

you out , Miss

”

stepping out of the car

was on high alert , my gaze

, if I could spot

I was desperately hoping he wasn’t

latest and

your time ,

came here earlier so I

”

, Nathan stepped between us , his

you , Beta Lenny , ” Nathan stated

to say , you can say

here and I’m sure everyone present has

at heart .

”

didn’t waver but his eyes hardened as

you speak for her ? I believe she can speak for herself don’t you think ? If she doesn’t want to talk to me she can tell me herself … then I

”

with you or your Lycan Leader privately

– licking

words , Nathan

Alpha … goddess ! Who knows if you’ll become one at the end of the day

isn’t some fancy dungeon

death … instant

”

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

don’t want to create a

the Lycan

go if you don’t want to ,”

Don’t let them bully you into

”

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

“ It’s okay .

I go ,

okay

Lyla …

I said softly ,

so we can focus on what’s

”

glowering at Lenny who had

“ Five minutes .

right here if you need

”

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

a short distance , stopping when we got

pulse hammered in my chest … the last time I had met Ramsey

met me …

We had sex

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Unexpected confrontation …

I tried

earth would I be thinking

, a pleasant smile on his face and I tried to

here , Lyla ! ” he said

arched my brows at him , feigning ignorance but he repeated

not here but he does send his regards

the passing of

”

stomach drop

Spare me , ” I said through gritted teeth ,

What else ?

into a bitter

, Lyla … you cannot

you , up until the moment you drove

”

flared in my chest as I narrowed my eyes at Lenny

information ? Me and Ramsey are

in and saw me , every time he

come … doesn’t want to be seen with Alpha Logan’s Wolfless Deviant

”

Leader has his hands full with duties

”

would have accepted that

is not me insinuating that I want him

that I’m so over this

, I’m grateful for his condolence

nothing else

… please ! ” Lenny reached out to

perfect but he spent four years devoted to