The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

171 Emotional turmoil … Ramsey o My heart nearly stopped .

Lyla had never set foot in my room before .

Seeing her here felt so surreal , Quickly , I placed the frame face down on my counter .

Of course , please come in .

She entered the room , closing the door softly behind her .

Her eyes were red and her hands were fidgeting nervously , I could smell her distress , I wanted to go to her but I didnt want to startle her , so I dug my heels where I stood and waited for her to tell me why she was here .

I didnt know who else to go to , she began , her voice trembling slightly .

Seth he told me Id find you here , I gestured toward a chair , feeling happy at her statement .

Please , sit down .

She shook her head firmly .

No , I cant .

1 … I need to say this or I might explode .

Alarmed , I moved closer trying to comfort her but she backed away .

I kept my distance when she held up her hand .

Please , Ramsey … dont come any closer Okay , I nodded Whats wrong ? Do you want to tell me ? I asked gently .

She took a shaky breath , as tears spilled down her cheeks , alarming me more .

Ramsey , Im going crazy .

I have to tell someone , or I feel like Ill die I clenched my fists at my sides , I wanted to comfort her so badly , but I also wanted to respect her space .

What is it ? You can tell me ? She looked up at me , with eyes filled with anguish .

Ramsey, I could get into lots of trouble if someone knows this and I came to you because it was the most natural thing to do .

But now , I dont know … Im so sorry because Ill burden you with it ? Its not a burden , Lyla and no matter what we would figure it out together .

Can you trust me ? She shook her head .

I cant .

I murmured something inexplicable under my breath .

You have to trust me now , I promise I wont do anything that would put you in harms way .

Please … please … Lyla , look at me … She turned tear filled eyes to me .

I took a step toward her until I was standing close to her .

Gently , I lifted her chin , then with my other free hand wiped the tears on her cheeks .

Her lips trembled and , in a flurry , she leaned against me , sobbing harder , at I just stood there , holding her , trying to thrust away the crazy thought that came to my mind .

I wanted whatever the situation was to be Nathan breaking up with him or something along that line .

It would make me the happlest person today .

into my Lax sneered at my wicked thoughts but I ignored him .

After she was spent , gently , I scooped her hands and carried her to the couch in my room , ignoring , Laxs prompting to take her to bed .

Ive managed to stay away from women for a few weeks now and he was already itching .

We sat on the couch with me still cradling her until she climbed down from my legs and sat next 171 Emotional turmoil … I have a wolf The silence that followed after the announcement was deafening .

I just sat there frozen , my mind racing to process what shed just revealed .

The High Priestess had clearly stated that a Moonsinger cannot have a wolf .

Then again … was she the one who helped them out with the Ferals several days ago ? It was you right ? I blurted .

The one who fought the Ferals .

She stared at me with confusion in her eyes then shook her head .

Im lost .

What are you talking about ? I shook my head , sighing with relief .

I guess it wasnt you but … the wolf … are you sure ? She nodded .

Shes been with me for a few weeks now or since forever , I think .

From the first time I had my first encounter with those Ferals , shed come to me in my dream and talk to me and stuff but she manifested herself recently to me .

That would explain your recent change in your physical appearance .

Did you know you look more radiant than usual ? Yeah , she nodded People have been telling me that .

But I kept her hidden .

I was so scared .

I thought … I thought something was wrong with me but she was with me , Ramsey .

Shes real .

My heart pounded as I tried to process her words again .

I knew what this revelation meant .

It wasnt just a secret ; it was a truth that could change everything .

A Moonsinger having a wolf would put her in trouble .

Plus , the irony of the entire situation wasnt lost on me .

Here I was , about to announce my engagement to another woman , while the one person who could turn my world upside down chose this moment to share her deepest secret with me and not just that , one that could put her in trouble .

The Moon Goddess had a cruel sense of humour indeed .

My ceremonial attire suddenly felt too tight, the room too small .

Outside , the preparations for the festival continued , oblivious to the earthquake happening within these walls .

Nathan would propose tonight , thinking he knew everything about the woman he loved , while I stood here holding a truth that could change everything .

As Lycan Leader , I should immediately report this to the Council A Moonsinger manifesting a wolf was unprecedented , dangerous even .

But one look at Lylas tear stained face , all I could see was the girl that I had seen wide eyed in the ballroom that day and the woman who had unknowingly claimed a piece of my heart .

Have you told anyone aside from me ? She laughed bitterly , swiping at the tear stains on her cheeks .

Tell who ? My mother ? Nathan ? They wouldve looked at me like I was some kind of freak .

Youre not a freak , I said firmly .

Youre … unique .

Special ? She looked up at me , with amusement in her eyes .

You dont have to lie to me , Ramsey .

I know Im going to be in big trouble but I wanted to tell you first .

If ever this gets to the council … 101 Emotional turmoil .

It wont ! I reached out for her hand , pressing it to my lips .

You cannot tell anyone else until figure it out .

I would have to tell Nathan now that Ive told you , She murmured thoughtfully .

I rolled my eyes at the thought .

Are you sure he can handle it ; he doesnt seem like it .

He will , she chuckled even better than you but thats not the problem here Ramsey .

Having my wolf is another thing , the problem is , I havent felt her in days now .

I cant see her in the dream world , I cant feel her inside me like I did a few days ago .

Shes silent and I cant help but feel that something is wrong Wait ! I raised my hand to stop her .

You had your wolf and now you no longer have her ? She nodded .

It feels like she wasnt here in the first place but she was .

I saw her .

I was her .

I felt her and we went for a run .

I dont understand what might be the problem .

Does this happen often ? I know you have a Lycan but Im guessing its almost the same thing except for the species ? Yeah , I agreed with her .

Lax only disappears and stops talking to me when I offend him but its usually within a 24 hour window and Ill still feel him inside .

Maybe thats why … Shes been gone for nearly five days now and I dont feel her .

Its like before I had her .

Empty .

Is there something I can do ? Do you know ? I didnt have a lot of experience with Werewolves .

Though I was mixed blood since my mother was a werewolf and my dad a Lycan but I had a Lycan .

Still , the earnestness on Lylas face made me feel helpless .

The one time that she came to me asking for help , the fact that Im not able to help her was tearing me apart .

There was a rapid knock on the door before it opened and Seth walked in .

He looked apprehensive .

I saw his eye dart between me and Lyla on the couch before it settled on me .

Alpha ! he sighed I think Miss Lyla should leave now .

Luna Cassidy is on her way here .

She must have gotten wind that shes here , he pointed to Lyla .

Were not doing anything wrong .

I only came to see him , Lyla defended immediately .

She should stop being paranoid , if I wanted Ramsey for myself , I could have him .

Please have me , I muttered under my breath .

Its the Harvest Moon Festival , Miss and were trying not to create any scene , Seth said woodenly .

If Luna Cassidy should see you here … Fine ! Lyla hissed .

Ill leave .

Then she turned to me , Can we continue this conversation elsewhere ? Preferably in the open or your office so your mate can be at ease .

I nodded .

As she started towards the door , the door to my room opened again , this time , more forcefully than before and Cassidy ran into the room sobbing and straight to my arms .