The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

Chapter 236 236: A bold declaration...

Lyla

Ramsey's arms tightened around me. The tension in the room ratcheted up several notches as the implications of Lenny's words sank in.

Nathan wasn't just threatening to break away anymore – he was already acting as an independent Alpha.

"Help Lyla get settled in the observer's gallery," Ramsey ordered, his voice taking on the authoritative tone of the Lycan Leader. "I'll join the council in five minutes."

As Lenny nodded and withdrew, Ramsey fiercely kissed my forehead. "Whatever happens in that meeting, remember this – we're together. Nathan, Xander, none of them can change that."

I clung to him for a moment longer, breathing in his familiar scent. My mind wandered to what Mother Liora had told me regarding Nathan, the first time I was brought before the White Moon Throne Council and introduced as the Moonsinger.

Everything was playing in that direction, scaring me the more. Finally, I had to let Ramsey go. I watched as he walked out of the room, and Lenny entered immediately. My mind flitted to the conversation from earlier.

I also knew that part of the reason why Ramsey wanted me to sit at the observer's gallery and attend the meeting was because he wanted me to see Nathan for who he was, and I knew that. Also, as 'I told you, he wouldn't be burdened by my cries when things spiral out of control.

Lenny led me to the observer's gallery and settled me in before leaving. From the gallery, I had a picture-perfect view of the meeting hall. I watched as the elders took their seats, discussing among themselves. Most of them looked unfamiliar and younger than the previous council members.

Until today, Ramsey had remained mute on what he did to the other elders, including his grandfather. He just told me that he gave them permission to do as they please and gave no other information.

After a short while, Ramsey and Lenny walked in. The elders all rose to their feet to acknowledge their presence. Then they sat down, and the large screen in the hall got turned on. Immediately, Nathan's face came to the screen. There was a smug smile on his face.

"I waited as long as you delayed because, after today, you would never put me in a position where I have to wait for more than thirty minutes before you come to the fucking phone. You Lycans think you're so important because…"

Lenny cut him short. "I don't know about you, but we're all busy running a pack. We don't have time to dwell on things which are not important.

taking on a serious expression. This meeting was supposed to be held here in the pack, not over a digital screen, but I knew that Nathan had no intention of travelling to the White Mountains like a man seeking

back in

meeting," Nathan began ", to officially inform the White Moon Throne that the Werewolf packs that were once under your rule are no longer under your rule. As of today, we've united under a single banner – one that isn't yours." His lips curved into a

expression was blank. "Nathan, do you understand the implications

could only laugh, shaking his head. "Implications? There are none. I'm simply doing what should have been done long ago. I'm becoming the leader my people need – the voice of those who've been

and claim oppression when the

me, oh mighty Lycan Leader, when was the last time you made a decision that actually benefited werewolves?

letting his words sink in. Then he leaned forward, "While you sit on your throne like a figurehead, I was the one who liaised with manufacturers to

Nathan as if he were a child throwing tantrums. When they confirmed that he was done speaking, one of

of the following crimes against the White Moon Throne: conspiracy against the White Moon Throne, illegal weapons trafficking with unregistered manufacturers, unauthorized military recruitment and colluding with werecreatures like foxes and bears, interference with established trade routes and multiple violations of the Ancient

"That's quite the list. I was expecting

on his statement. "Should you proceed with tomorrow's coronation, additional charges will include high treason, sedition, violation of the Sacred Laws of Succession and disrupting the balance between the Lycans

"That's a little sad, don't you think? Do you honestly believe these charges will scare me?" he crossed his arms, his smirk widening. "Let's be honest here. You don't want a war

leader makes

amusement. "You're worried, aren't you?" he chuckled. "For the first time, someone is challenging

Nathan? You wouldn't have called us just to make a declaration. What's

head as amusement flickered in his eyes. "Ah, now you're asking the right questions. Sometimes, I think you should be the Lycan leader and not Ramsey, anyways…" he leaned forward slightly. "I have a proposal that might interest you. One that could prevent my coronation tomorrow.

darkened. "I don't want to hear it," he said flatly. "We don't negotiate with traitors. You're

I think you already know where this is going,

jaw tightened, but

said simply. "The Moonsinger is a werewolf by birth. Return her to her people, and I'll cancel the coronation. All closed trade routes will be reopened; all seized items will be restored. I promise

I sat, my hands clenched the handle of the chair I sat on until my knuckles turned white. I remembered what Lenny had told me about Ramsey making a