The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

182 Fractured moments … Ramsey I sat behind my desk , the warm glow of the morning sun casting long shadows over the stacks of documents on my table .

The room was silent except for the rhythmic scratch of my pen against рарет .

My concentration was broken by a soft knock , followed by Lenny entering my office .

Alpha , he began .

The doctors at the pack hospital just informed me that theyll be discharging Cassidy today I nodded , my eyes not leaving the papers before me .

Good , I said simply and continued writing .

Silence stretched between us until Lenny cleared his throat .

Theres something else , he continued hesitantly .

The lab called carlier .

They called to inform you that the finished product for the anti pheromone depressor is ready and can be used now .

They want you to use it on the person it was made for so that they would know if adjustments need to be made .

I paused for a fraction before nodding .

Good , then have it sent to the person it was made for .

There was another slight pause before Lenny called out to me .

Ramsey , he started , his voice was filled with irritation .

Wont you give it to her yourself ? I dont need to deliver it myself , I responded quietly .

Cmon Ramsey , Lenny sighed .

Youve been working on this for years .

The resources youve poured into it , the time youve spent … you should at least … I said its not necessary I cut him off .

What happened to all the plans you made ? This was supposed to be your comeback path .

Why are you still hesitating ? Shes engaged to another man , Lenny .

Im not that stupid to break off their union .

Its over , Lenny He stood still for a moment , I could feel his frustration but he knew better than to push further .

Tine then , Ill go about my duties .

See you later , he turned and left the room , closing the door with more force than was necessary .

exhaled deeply , rubbing my temples .

Lenny bad barely left when the door opened again .

This time , it was my grandfather , Elder Eldric , who strode in holding a small stack of ornate papers .

I brought some samples for the wedding invitations , he announced , placing them on my desk .

I glanced at the designs briefly before returning to my documents .

Pick whichever one you think is best , Pop I trust your judgment .

He hesitated , his eyes studying me .

You could at least pretend to care , he muttered .

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I care , I replied tersely , not looking up .

I just have a lot on my plate right now .

He sighed .

Fine , Ill handle it , he muttered , lingered for a moment longer , then left the office , closing the door behind him .

Alone again , I leaned back in my chair , running my hands through my hair , the tension in my chest refused to ease , and for the first time today , I allowed myself a moment of stillness .

I didnt want to think about anything .

However , my moment of solitude was short lived when another soft knock on the door came and the door opened immediately .

I raised my head , irritation flashing in my eyes .

I said … The rest of the words dried up on my lips when I saw Lyla standing in the doorway .

She hesitated , her hand still on the doorknob as our gaze met .

What do you want ? I asked , with a weary sigh .

I wasnt even angry .

She blinked .

I … nothing .

Its just that Ive been trying to see you for two days now and we will be leaving tomorrow .

I just wanted to come see you As she spoke , she entered the office fully , closing the door softly behind her .

I also heard Cassidy was injured .

I hope shes doing better now .

That night , I wanted to explain … Talk to someone whos an expert in these things , I interrupted , my gaze returning to my desk .

Im not .

My brows knitted together as confusion and hurt crossed her face at the same time .

Whats with the cold attitude? Not now , Lyla , I murmured under my breath .

I dont have time for things like that .

She stepped closer, her voice was firmer .

I thought we were cool .

We are, I replied flatly without looking at her .

Im just busy .

Her shoulders sagged , and she let out a frustrated sigh .

Fine , she said turning to leave .

But just as she reached the door , she paused again and came back to face me .

I just wanted to thank you , she with a trembling voice .

For everything .

While I was here at the pack , even though you didnt say much , I felt your kindness .

Im truly grateful for all your help .

I nodded .

Its fine We stood in silence for a moment , until Lyla spoke again .

Nathan proposed to me .

My gaze didnt waver , I know , I replied .

He came to me before the festival to ask for my permission Her lips parted in surprise , but she quickly recovered .

Well … I wanted you to know .

And … I feel indebted to you , Ramsey .

Id feel better if youd let me buy you a meal .

Just one meal , to show my gratitude 182 Fractured moments … You dont have to … I said with an exasperated sigh .

Please , she interrupted , her eyes pleading .

I insist Lyla , I tried not to snap , rising to my feet .

You dont need to feel indebted to me .

Everything I did for you ; I did because it was necessary .

Because its my duty as Alpha .

She flinched at the sharpness of my tone .

For a moment , neither of us spoke .

Then quietly , she said , I see .

Η Without another word , she turned and left the office , the door clicking softly shut behind her .

I stared at the empty space where she had stood .

My knuckles were white where they gripped the edge of my desk .

The weight of everything Id left unsaid pressed down on me like a physical presence , but I refused to acknowledge it .

Instead , I forced my attention back to work … Burying myself in the familiar comfort of duty and responsibility .

That was after all … the only thing I was good at .