The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

174 Truths … Lyla ( Nymeris ) Nymeriss foot thundered through the pack house as we took the steps four at a time .

I could feel the raw anger coursing through her as we charged toward the East Wing of the pack house .

The Omegas and other packhouse staff yelp ! as she navigated through them , because of her speed , she literally had everyone falling to the ground .

I felt myself being pushed back into the recesses of Nymeriss mind as if she didnt want to have anything to do with me again .

The sudden dominance of our shared bond was both exhilarating and terrifying .

My mind raced as I tried to reach out to her , regain control , and calm her down , but I didnt know the first things about calming an angry wolf .

No one taught me because they dismissed me as wolfless .

Now , I wish I had learned a thing or two or opened up to someone sooner .

Nymeris , stop ! Please , listen to me ! I pleaded within our bond .

Lets think about this , about the consequences of our actions .

Please … But Nymeris growled in response , replying to me immediately .

She lied to us .

Deceived us .

We trusted her , and I thought she loved you , but I was wrong about it .

Do you know how it was for me these past few days ? I am not meant to be suppressed .

As if the one Ive suffered for nearly a decade is not enough .

She will answer for it .

Her anger seemed to grow a notch .

I could feel the tidal wave of betrayal and hurt that threatened to drown them both .

I understood it gods , how could I not ? The pearl around my neck , the one I thought was a piece of jewellery , had been a lie .

The East Wing was in view now .

I could see the grand doors leading to it in the light of the corridors .

I wanted to write everything off as a mistake from Nannys side .

She would never hurt me , would she ? But a still small voice at the back of my mind couldnt help but think .

Why had she lied ? What reason could she possibly have to hide the pearl that suppressed Nymeris ? Most importantly , how did she know ? I didnt tell her about my wolf .

I had only informed Ramsey a few minutes ago .

So , it couldnt have been him who told her .

What else did she know about me that she was hiding ? If Nanny knows , who else does ? The questions churned in my mind , but one truth stood out above the rest I was terrified of what Nymeris might do .

Nymeris , please , dont hurt her .

There must be an explanation .

Lets just talk to her first .

Im sure theres a reason .

Nymeriss thoughts filtered to me again , crashing like lightning bolts .

BETRAYAL LIES .

NO MORE .

I am done , Lyla .

I cant take it anymore .

I wont stand her and watch everyone treat us like were dumb .

It ends today .

I tried to cry out for help but in this form , Nymeris was in control and I had no voice .

174 Truths … As we moved past my room , heading towards the High Priestesss room , a sense of dread filled me .

Nymeris didnt slow .

With a ferrous leap , she slammed her forelegs against the door of from the impact .

Mother Lioras room , causing it to fly open That was only when she stopped .

Everyone turned and was staring at us now .

Mother Lioras room was filled with a warm , golden glow , illuminated by the light of several candles .

Mother Liora herself lay unconscious on the bed .

Her face was pale and serene .

Beside her was Nanny , clasping her hands with her eyes equally closed and muttering some words .

Standing around the bed was a half circle of the other priestess , all dressed in their ceremonial robes .

The heavy scent of herbs filled the air , and intricate patterns of crystals adorned the floor -it felt as though Nymeris and I had interrupted something important .

Then , Nanny suddenly turned , her eyes meeting with us and immediately , I saw her froze .

Her hand went limp as she rose to her feet in slow motion , her eyes wide with fear , but not from us .

She was afraid of something else .

Nymeris snarled , baring her teeth with Nanny in her vision .

Her growl vibrated through the room and the unmistakable sound of pure rage and hurt followed , showing she didnt come here to play .

The priestesses immediately drew back in shock , grabbing each other .

Only Nanny remained rooted in place , her face still drained of colour as she continued to star Nymeris , please … Please , I appealed to her again .

If you have any iota of love and respect for me , youd listen to me , turn back and I promise well find out soon .

Please , I beg you .

She ignored me , scratching her foot as she slowly advanced towards Nanny .

One priestess, a younger woman with wide frightened eyes , took a hesitant step back and gasped .

Its a two tailed wolf .

Its impossible … how can this be ? My heart sank .

I have seen Nymeris and I know she was beautiful , plus the two tail wolf indeed .

But something about the priestesss words , about the way everyone was looking at us with a mixture of fear and awe , made Nymeris angrier and made me sceptical .

Was this the kind of reaction theyre supposed to have ? Why were they afraid of me ? Nannys expression shifted , melting into a soft smile .

Please … she took a step towards Nymeris , who was still snarling .

Im sorry .

At her apology , Nymeris took a threatening step forward , her eyes blazing with fury .

Miriam , one of the older priestesses ventured .

Do you know the wolf ? Quick , we must try to bind her .

Shes angry .

No ! Miriam shook her head and took another step closer .

Let me talk to her .

Please .

Shes a two tailed wolf and angry , Miriam .

Are you trying to kill yourself ? Quick , ask the warriors to come .

We alone cannot bind her Priestess , Diana shouted .

174 Truths ….

Two of the apprentice priestesses rushed to the door , but Nanny closed it with a flick of her hand as she turned cold eyes to Priestess Diana .

Didnt you hear me ? Let me talk to her .

Shes not harming anyone and , if anything , she came for me .

She came for you ? Priestess Diana scoffed .

This is forbidden within these walls .

If the Leader … Lycan The Lycan Leader would only know if its reported to him and if any of you want to die first , please go ahead and snitch .

Nannys eyes were blazing with annoyance .

I cant wait to make an example out of you all .

Then turning back to us , she went on her knees , raising her hands towards Nymeris as if beckoning her .

Nymeris , she murmured , with a quiet smile .

Please , come … listen to me .

Instead , she received another snarl .

How did Nanny know her name ? I didnt tell her ? I didnt even tell Ramsey when I had told him earlier .

Suddenly , Mother Liora stirred and all the Priestesses gasped with shock as she struggled to sit up in her bed .

Her eyes scanned the room , finally falling on Nymeris .

So , she said , her voice barely above a whisper , The seal has finally broken .

Seal ? What seal ? I pushed the question through our bond , but Nymeris , focused solely on Nanny , coiled her body , ready to spring.

I know youre angry , Nanny continued , You have every right to be .

But theres so much you dont understand so much and all Ive ever wanted is to protect you from them .

If the White Moon Council should know of your existence , they will hunt you and have her killed .

I dont need your protection ! Nymeris exploded , though it came out as another disgruntled.

growl .

You lied ! Nymeris , please , control yourself , I begged again .

This isnt the way ! But Nymeris wasnt backing down .

Slowly and deliberately , she paced toward Nanny , eyes fixed on Nanny , refusing to let go .

You dont know this , but it was a two tailed wolf that killed the former Lycan Leader and his mate .

They were considered taboo because they werent creations of the goddess .

Theyre formed when two unlikely pairs come together .

They attacked the former Lycan Leader and his wife , killing them right on their bed , Nanny said .

But they said it was a rogue attack ? One priestess asked .

People say that to hide the truth because its shameful that they were killed in the pack house .

If they had exposed the truth , everyone would live in fear , Nanny replied .

I know because it was I and Mother Liora who performed the burial rites and did the cleansing .

That was the last thing I did with her before I left .

Mother Liora , who had gotten up now , nodded .

174 Truths … If Elder Eldric finds out that theres a two tailed wolf here , hell hunt her down like he did them the last time .

There was a time when the appearance of a two tailed wolf was considered a blessing and … I felt Nymeris stoop , her hackles rising , ready for an attack .

Nanny was right in front of her .

Nymeris ! I screamed through our bond .

She leapt …