The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

Chapter 167 167 The forever I dream of ... Lyla I missed you, I murmured to Nathan for maybe the thousandth tsince he arrived, placing my head gently on his shoulders.

I hadnt realized how much I missed him until now.

I missed you more, he replied, squeezing my hand gently.

You look beautiful as always and ... he paused for a minute, running his eyes the length of my body.

Different but in a good way.

Did I miss out on anything? Im sure youve been busy, too I didnt change.

I said quickly, steering the topic of my physical appearance.

Since Nymeris manifested herself to me, Ive gotten many compliments about my appearance.

Although, I havent felt Nymeris for a few days now, but I wanted to attribute it to the stress that cwith all the Harvest Moon Festival.

The first thing I would do as soon as I go back to Blue Ridge was to learn everything I need to about having a wolf.

Learn everything Im supposed to learn about my wolf.

I was dying to run through the forest with the moon shining brightly above us and the wind in my fur ....

And yes, Ive.

Been busy, I continued, grinning.

But its been good.

I enjoy working, the apprentices are doing great too, and everythings on track for the festival: He smiled. Im so proud of you, Lyla .

Every day... and Im lucky that a few months from now, well be together forever hopefully.

I smiled.

I cant wait .

We continued walking, talking and trying to catch up with lots of things.

I noticed it was just my sister Clarissa walking a distance behind us, but I didnt want to think too much of it.

I wanted to ask about my mother and all, but still, I was afraid I would ruin the mood.

Perhaps later.

because Moreso, I felt a lightness in my heart that I hadnt felt in weeks, and I knew it was b Nathan was here.

As we neared the central square, I noticed Nanny was watching us from a distance.

Her expression was unreadable, but I waved to her like a small child, earning a sad smile in return .

Nanny has been acting strange for sdays now.

I would wake up to find her watchingintently by my bedside; most times, her eyes were swollen with unshed tears; at other times, I saw sadness in them.

All attempts to find out what could be the problem always end in the sthing... silence on her part.

After the little details I gathered here and there from the whispers of the other priestesses, it seemed Nanny had left the Moon Temple ran away would be a perfect word.

She was next in line to the High Priestess but suddenly ran away one morning and only turned up recently. However, no one seem to know why she ran away.

I realized for maybe the millionth tagain that there was not much I knew about her.

Weve spent the better part of our life together, catering to my needs, and making sure my pheromones do not hinder my everyday life.

Nanny has sacrificed so much for... much more than all the people in my life put together The foover I dream of Nanny has sacrificed so much for... much more than all the people in my life put togeth and the fact that she had a lot going on with her and Im unable to help her hurtmore than anything.

Whats on your mind? Nathan asked suddenly, noticing my momentary distraction.

Nanny, I sighed.

Shes been ... different lately.

I dont know how to explain it.

Shes still herself, but sometimes, I feel theres something shes not telling me.

I dont know... Im just feeling like a sheep backed to a corner.

I think I can handle a lot of things now, but no one wants to tellanything and the fact that Nanny is still tight lipped hurts even more.

Nathan frowned slightly.

Have you asked her about it? I shook my head .

I tried subtly but I dont want to push her.

I feel shes ashamed of opening up p toand I get it ... its difficult to talk about certain parts of your life you wish never happened.

Shes always been there forand I want to trust her.

If theres something I need to know, shell tellwhen the tis right.

Nathan nodded, though he looked thoughtful.

Sometimes, people keep secrets with good intentions, Ly But they can still hurt when they cto light I glanced at him, sensing a deeper meaning in his words.

Is there something youre not telling me? He smiled softly, leaning down to kiss my forehead.

Nothing you need to worry about right now.

I didnt press further, choosing to trust him.

Together, we continued towards their lodgings.

As soon as we entered the room, he pinnedto the wall, sliding his hand under my dress, rough and unapologetic.

Catching my eyes, he smirked when he saw the embarrassed look on my face.

You were waiting for this, werent you? Now Im here, we can practice all those things youd say toon the phone.

Well... I swallowed hard, managing a nervous smile, I didnt think... The words barely left my mouth when his lips claimed mine.

An instant rush of energy pools all over my body as he starts to ravage my lips.

His mouth left mine, trailing wet kisses down my throat, sucking on it.

He drags hungry kisses to the space in between my breasts and then down to my stomach.

Nathan ... I gasped, taking in shaky breaths.

I cant .

Please, I cant ... please.

What? he pushes away from me, panting, Why? I want you, Lyla ... please ... I leave his arm, tugging at my dress that had ridden up during his exploration.

I cant, Nath, until the Moon Festival is over.

I cant be with a man.

The High Priestess told me.

What? his face fell.

Thats cruel, I mean... its not like youre a sigma or something.

Why would they subject you to something like that? As I opened my mouth to reply, a knock sounded on the door.

Before Nathan could respond, the door opened and Clarissa walked in letrephrase that.

C 167 The forever I dream of ... +107 Her gaze flitted fromto Nathan and then back to Nathan, practically ignoring me.

Alpha Nathan, can I talk to you for a moment? Itll be real quick, I promise.

Nathan shifted uncomfortably, reaching for my hand as if he needed the extra layer of security.

Cant it wait? I just ... It cannot, she said pointedly.

I know I am not too small for you not to have noticed me, I tried not to show the anger coursing throughin my voice.

I was here first, didnt you see? You cant just cin and demand his attention without considering what he was doing first.

Nathan, I turned to him.

Whats the meaning of this? Im sorry, Nathan said hurriedly, trying to calm me.

Just go, well talk about whatever it is you want later, okay? No, I wont ! Clarissa dropped onto the bed, crossing her legs.

If anyone should leave, then its her and not me.

I want to talk to you.

Besides, I guess she doesnt know yet? That would explain why shes givingthis attitude.

Clarissa, Nathan warned, I told you to stay out of it! Know what? I turned to Nathan, already feeling riled up.

What am I supposed to know? Its nothing consequential, darling.

I promise Ill tell you, but you just have to calm down, okay? Nathan said.

I am calm, I laughed dryly.

Dont I look calm enough to you? I just need to know what is going on, but first, let her leave and I mean it .

How can she cin here and disrespectlike that? I am older than you, Clarissa.

You should show srespect.

I only give respect to people who deserve it.

Theres nothing about you that demands respect, Lyla .

in Plus... who do you think you are? Do you think becoming an upgrade of your lowly self would make any difference or change who you are? Clarissa laughed. Oh, my poor girl, you have no idea.

Are you going to stand here and watch her insult me? I turned tom Nathan who just stood there with his eyes closed and both of his hand in his hair. Nathan? Lyla, please! he turned towith a pleading gaze.

I just need you to trustthis taround, okay? III explain everything and Clarissa leaveX now I wont ! she answered, flashing him a defiant gaze. The only person who shouldnt be here is her and no one else.

So, nope... I wont be leaving.

Ask her to leave instead.

My eyes widened with shock.

I stalked over to where she was, not thinking through my reached for the neck of her blouse, dragging her to her feet.

What did you just say? I demanded.

I said, youre the intruder.

If anyone should leave, it should be you and not me, Clarissa repeated.

Were dating, I fumed.

And we plan on taking things to the next level.

Forget about it, dear! Clarissa snickered.

Theres no next level for you and him.

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I 167 The forever I dream of Clarissa ... Nathans warning growl cagain .

And why is that? I challenged.

You have a problem with that? Nope! Clarissa shook her head .

Because Ill be marrying him instead, and not you, Lyla