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 …

exaggerated amused smile on

see you back ! ” Then he moved towards my side of the car and opened

he held out his hand ,

smiling .

help you out

”

out

, my gaze darting around for any sign of Ramsey

if I could spot

I was desperately hoping he wasn’t nearby

and

Can you spare a few minutes of your time

Alphas are yet to arrive and I came here earlier so

”

, Nathan stepped between

you , Beta Lenny , ”

need to say , you can say

I’m sure everyone present has

at heart .

”

waver but his eyes hardened as he stared at Nathan

speak for herself don’t you think ? If she doesn’t want

”

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

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

Nathan … ” Lenny said quietly

if you’ll become one at the end of the day ? So watch it

for treason isn’t some

death … instant death

”

stop ! ” I stepped

want to create a scene on a day like

, I’ll hear whatever the Lycan Leader

you don’t want to ,” Nathan’s eyes left Lenny , seeking mine

into what you

”

, ” I gave him a small smile touching his arm gently , though my heart was racing

“ It’s okay .

this and until I

okay ? ”

Lyla …

” I said softly

deal with this now , so we can focus

”

jaw clenched as he reluctantly stepped back still glowering at

“ Five minutes .

right here if you need my help

”

path in the Council compound and

we got to the path covered

I had met Ramsey in the garden or rather

met me …

We had sex

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confrontation

to my cheek as I tried to thrust the memory away

earth would I be

his face and I tried to meet his gaze without flinching wondering silently where

here , Lyla

brows at him , feigning

… he’s not here but he does

his condolences on the passing of

”

stomach drop with

me , ” I said through gritted teeth

else ?

quirked into a

Lyla … you cannot imagine how

until the moment

”

as I narrowed my

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

… every time , he walked in and saw me , every time

now , I guess he couldn’t come … doesn’t want to be seen with Alpha Logan’s

”

his hands full with duties and

”

have accepted that line but I know a

is not me insinuating that I want him to do the

that

I’m grateful for his condolence and

there’s nothing else …

please ! ” Lenny reached

spent four years devoted to searching for