The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

Chapter 220 220: The truth revealed...

Lyla

My heart nearly stopped when I saw who entered.

Cassidy Thorne walked into the hall looking as beautiful and perfect as a Luna. I looked down at my already dusty shoes and my clammy hands, not to mention, that I had managed to wipe half of the makeup on my face out of anxiety.

I couldn't blame her. She had the entire region fighting for her.

First, I felt relief and dread wash over me – the last time I'd seen Cassidy had been during the Harvest Moon Festival, in that room with Xander. He had made her fall or something and honestly when I heard she had been admitted, I was partly happy that she was alive and also, as everywhere has been quiet after that, I thought like me, she had moved on.

For the first time, I regretted not opening up to Ramsey. I could have told him everything and saved myself from this peril. Cassidy could distort the truth to suit her palate and she knows I won't be able to mention Xander because it'll sound like a lie and now it might be too late.

I could only watch as she made her way to the witness stand, her elegant dress rustling softly while I prepared myself for the worst.

Immediately, Elder Eldric, Ramsey's grandfather rose from his seat and came towards the witness stand to Cassidy.

"Cass," he said gently. "Please recount everything you told your parents earlier," he urged.

I didn't miss the fearful glance Cassidy shot toward Ramsey before facing Elder Eldric. When she spoke, her voice was steady and clear. "Lyla did not attempt to murder me.

Gasps filled the room.

I saw a flicker of shock pass through Elder Eldric's face but he recovered quickly, his expression hardening, clearing his throat.

"My dear, you don't need to be afraid. We're here to uncover the truth." He stepped closer, his voice taking on an endearing tone. "Everyone here is interested in you becoming the right Luna of the White Moon Throne and that is why we're here to make sure you get the justice you deserve. Don't worry, we'll protect you."

Wow! That was a hard pill to swallow. I felt so jealous but what good will it do? It's not like I can relate to something like that. I've never had an entire community protect me before.

this either," her voice softened. "I was in the hospital that day, and still shocked from everything, I must have spoken under the influence of the drugs. When I heard that Lyla was being accused wrongly, I decided to come and make this right. For my sake and conscience. I am sorry for suggesting she

had a silver knife with him and threatened to kill me if I didn't lead him to Lyla." Her voice grew stronger as she spoke. "The truth is, Lyla saved my life

silence in the hall was so profound at this point. The Elders especially those from Ramsey's pack sat frozen, their expression ranging from disbelief to fury. Her Father, Elder Thorne,

Werewolf, without a wolf chase an armed man when you

fighting skills and her Moonsinging ability to drive him out of the room. That's why she wasn't present when

was a threat to the

enough of the questions, okay? Lyla didn't attempt to kill me. Let's leave it at that. What else are you

Another stunned silence followed.

trying to defend me? Was there a hidden agenda behind this? Or

snarled, pointing at Ramsey. "You've bewitched her again. Just as you've done all these years! What

Thorne!" Lenny growled from

Thorne scoffed. "Fine, I will." Then he stormed towards the witness box and

If anything she remained rooted to the

worry, you'll be gone soon enough. Give me

entire hall and began to

ago. First, I didn't plan for things to happen and I will accept full responsibility for all the damages caused as a result of my

paused… as if to let the words

to please everyone. I wanted to measure up and uphold our statues by marrying a Lycan but Lyla is my fated mate and I love her so much. I was tired of pinning for

his grandfather retorted. "The Luna of the White Moon Throne is not chosen because she's your mate or can satisfy your itch, she's chosen based on her background, her status, her identity amongst other things. Whether or not

the woman I love so much. If anyone…" his eyes swept the room, directly challenging

whispers filled

"This is our jurisdiction!

– Lyla Woodland is my mate and I love her so much that I will kill anything that upsets her.

small pause before

is an official notice that I am going to be with my mate and I