The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger
Chapter 78

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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Lenny nodded an exaggerated amused smile on his face .

“ Still , it’s good to see you back ! ” Then he moved towards my side of the car and opened the door for me .

Then he held out his hand , 

smiling .

“ Allow me to help you out , Miss Lyla .

” 

I murmured my thanks , stepping out of the car with his help .

Every part of me was on high alert , my gaze darting around for any sign of Ramsey .

At least , if I could spot him first , it’ll help me .

Though I was desperately hoping he wasn’t nearby .

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“ Can you spare a few minutes of your time , Lyla ? ” Lenny cut into my thoughts .

“ Most of the Alphas are yet to arrive and I came here earlier so I could have enough time to talk to you .

” 

But before I could respond , Nathan stepped between us , his eyes flashing with annoyance .

“ She’s not going anywhere with you , Beta Lenny , ” Nathan stated .

“ Whatever you need to say , you can say it here .

No one is a stranger here and I’m sure everyone present has her best interests 

at heart .

” 

Lenny’s smile didn’t waver but his eyes hardened as he stared at Nathan .

“ And since when do 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 won’t bother her again .

” 

“ And I’m saying she doesn’t need to speak with you or your Lycan Leader privately ,” Nathan insisted , shoving me behind his back .

“ Don’t you ever get tired of ass – licking and running around like his dog ? ” 

“ Those are treasonable words , Nathan … ” Lenny said quietly .

“ You’re yet to be made Alpha … goddess ! Who knows if you’ll become one at the end of the day ? So watch it .

Besides , the punishment for treason isn’t some fancy dungeon and food every day .

It’s death … instant death .

” 

“ Both of you , stop ! ” I stepped around Nathan , inserting myself in their middle .

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

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

“ You shouldn’t go if you don’t want to ,” Nathan’s eyes left Lenny , seeking mine .

“ Don’t let them bully you into what you don’t want to do .

” 

“ Don’t worry , Nath , ” I gave him a small smile touching his arm gently , though my heart was racing .

“ It’s okay .

I can handle this and until I go , they won’t stop coming .

Don’t worry , okay ? ” 

“ Lyla … ” 

“ Please , ” I said softly , cutting him short again .

“ Let me deal with this now , so we can focus on what’s important tonight .

” 

Nathan’s jaw clenched as he reluctantly stepped back still glowering at Lenny who had a satisfied smirk on his lips .

“ Five minutes .

I’ll be right here if you need my help .

” 

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

We walked a short distance , stopping when we got to the path covered with tall hedges .

My pulse hammered in my chest … the last time I had met Ramsey in the garden or rather he had 

met me … 

We had sex 

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A blush rose to my cheek as I tried to thrust the memory away from me .

Why on earth would I be thinking about that ? 

Lenny turned to me , a pleasant smile on his face and I tried to meet his gaze without flinching wondering silently where Ramsey was .

“ He’s not here , Lyla ! ” he said slowly .

I arched my brows at him , feigning ignorance but he repeated .

“ Ramsey … he’s not here but he does send his regards .

He wants me to extend his condolences on the passing of your father and he has promised to attend the funeral .

” 

I felt my stomach drop with disappointment .

“ Spare me , ” I said through gritted teeth , clenching my fists .

“ What else ? ” 

Lenny’s lips quirked into a bitter smile .

“ He misses you , Lyla … you cannot imagine how much .

He spent the last four years searching for you , up until the moment you drove into our world , he was still looking .

” 

Anger flared in my chest as I narrowed my eyes at Lenny .

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

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

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

” 

“ The Lycan Leader has his hands full with duties and couldn’t make it himself .

” 

“ You know , years ago I would have accepted that line but I know a man will drop everything for 

the woman he wants and this is not me insinuating that I want him to do the same .

It’s just me saying , that I’m so over this line .

But , I’m grateful for his condolence and I’ll accept that .

If there’s nothing else … ” 

“ Lyla … please ! ” Lenny reached out to stop me .

“ He’s not perfect but he spent four years devoted to searching for you .

He spared no resources .

” 

“ By sending Panthers after me , by locking up my best friend and traumatizing him ? Those were 

his resources .

” 

Lenny had the grace to look uncomfortable .

“ He wasn’t himself .

He was desperate to replace 

explain … ” 

– 

you , 

to 

“ I don’t care ,” I snapped .

“ I don’t care about his explanations or his desperation or his resources or his misery .

All I care about is that he showed exactly who he is – cruel , and controlling .

What was he thinking when he kept Nathan locked up for four years ? ” 

Lenny sighed .

“ He wants to see you .

I’m sure he’ll …” 

“ I will never see him again , Beta Lenny .

” I stopped him midsentence .

Go back and tell him , that he should let me go just as I have him .

I’m happy with my life and he should be too .

For Moon’s sake .

He’s married .

” 

“ He’s not married , ” Lenny said quickly .

“ The marriage between him and Cassidy is yet to happen .

” 

That information left me stunned but I quickly masked it and shrugged .

“ His business , not mine .

I have to leave now .

” 

As is turned to go Lenny caught my arm .

Lierked away my nulse snikino in alarm 

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“ Just hear him out , Lyla , ” he pressed .

“ Just … take this … ” he thrust a folded paper into my hands .

“ If you change your mind , come to this address tomorrow by noon .

He’ll be there waiting for you .

” 

I stared at the paper , remembering all the nights I’d cried myself to sleep , all the times I’d wishe he’d chosen me even if it was for a minute .

“ I won’t change my mind , ” I said crumpling the paper in my fist .

“ We’re done here .

” “ Ramsey is not who you think he is , Lyla .

Once you get to know him , you’ll understand .

” 

“ Yeah ,” I threw the paper at him .

“ You can tell him not to hold his breath .

” 

With that , I turned on my heels , trying to erase the address from my memory , I’d caught a glimpse of it .

I would not be going anyway .