The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

Chapter 170 170 When you love someone ....

Ramsey I stood before the floor length mirror in my room, watching as the servant meticulously adjusted my ceremonial attire for the Harvest Moon Festival, which would begin at midnight.

My room, which used to be a sanctuary, felt suffocating despite its size.

My grandfather, Elder Eldric, stood near the tall windows, his cane lightly tapping the floor as he gazed at the servant.

intently, as if taking his eyes away would cause something to go awry.

Lenny my Beta leaned against the small reading desk at the corner of my room, reviewing my itinerary for the evening and remindingwhat I had to do or not while Cassidy lounged on the chaise, scrolling through her phone.

Even the servant assistingwith my attire moved silently.

yet managed to add to the suffocating atmosphere.

It was weird that I had almost everyone in the room who adored me, yet I felt like the most unloved person in the world.

For the longest time, my grandfather would always cto hang around whenever there was a big festival to watchdress up.

He loved it more than anything.

And then, you have to recognize, Alpha Ray, his pack had the most bountiful harvest this year up West and they paid all their taxes and pledges, too.

Theres also Alpha Cade, who helped a lot of the smaller packs when they suffered through those Feral attacks months back.

He sent out his warriors and protected his own pack with his family.

I heard theyre all skilled warriors, Lenny was saying.

One year after a child is born, regardless of the sex, theyre made to start learning basic combat skills, my grandfather chirped.

So, the entire population from the West can fight.

I wish we had implemented it before.

It would givepeace if I knew half the members of the White Moon Pack can deflect a blow.

Dont worry, Elder Eldric, Lenny soothed him.

This generation of kids were raising will becskilled warriors.

Lexhaled slowly again, wishing the knot in my chest would loosen, but my chest was still heavy with emotions I could barely name.

My mind wandered to the scene at the bonfire earlier Lyla and Nathan .

Their happiness had radiated like the flames themselves.

Lylas laughter, their shared glances filled with want for each other, had stirred up a storm of conflicting emotions within me.

The image of them together refused to leave my mind.

Their happiness had been genuine, unforced.

It was the kind of bond Id always imagined for myself- the kind of bond my parents had and something Id never quite managed to find.

I sighed wearily, hoping the ached would subside.

Ramsey, my grandfather broke through my thoughts.

As he ccloser to me, meeting my gaze in the mirror.

The Harvest Moon Festival would be the perfect tto announce the new date of your joining ceremony officially.

With all the packs at ease and the joy that comes from this celebration, I think its tto let everyone know and it would not be selfish to go ahead as planned.

I nodded silently, my reflection showing a perfect mask of composure they hid the turmoil 14 When you love somecon ... I nodded silently, my reflection showing a perfect mask of composure they hid the turmoil withing me.

Then my grandfather turned to Cassidy.

Are you ready for a wedding as soon as the festival ends, my dear ? Cassidy glanced up from her phone, her expression calm but distant.

Yes, Elder Eldric.

Im ready, she replied evenly, though there was a quietness in her tone that I couldnt ignore.

She doesnt seem like herself these days.

My grandfather must have noticed it too, because he frowned slightly, his eyes narrowing at her.

Youve been quiet lately, Cassidy.

Almost too quiet.

Is everything all right? Im fine, she replied quickly.

Our gaze met for a brief moment in the mirror, but she turned away immediately, offering a smile to my grandfather that didnt quite reach her eyes.

Weve gone for a few days, more than a week, without any altercation, and I noticed she was no longer in my shadows like before.

It was either shed be in her pack or, if she was around, she would remain confined in her room.

Satisfied or maybe unwilling to press further, my grandfather nodded.

The servant finally finished fastening my cloak, bowed and excused himself.

My grandfather also muttered something about last minute arrangements and gestured for Cassidy to follow him She rose gracefully, sparingone last lingering glance before she left the room with my grandfather without saying a word to me.

Which was so unlike her! I was used to her complaints and ceaseless questions about things that didnt matter, so seeing this mute version of her ... I loved it so much.

Finally, it was justand Lenny .

His gaze was on me, filled with concern and curiosity as soon as the door clicked shut.

He ccloser, folding the itinerary and tucking it into his pocket.

Are you alright? Lenny asked softly.

I sighed and shook my head.

Ill be lying if I say I am.

Im not, Lenny I turned to the mirror, my reflection staring back atwith a weariness that felt bone deep. Nathan cto seeearlier, I began with a hollowness in my voice.

He asked for my permission to propose to Lyla during the Harvest Moon Festival Lennys eyes widened in surprise And you said yes? A bitter laugh escaped my lips.

I did.

That was the hardest yes Ive ever given in my life.

Standing there, watching him as something insidetore apart and pretending I wasnt green with envy, but the truth? Its killing me.

I adjusted my already perfect attire moving the pins as my hands trembled slightly.

Everything the Moon Priest said about destiny, about balance, aboutand Lyla ... I dont believe it anymore, Lenny .

Not when its this hard: Lenny sighed and pattedcomfortingly on my back.

Shes happy with him, Ramsey, and sometimes, the greatest way to love someone is to let them go, knowing you cannot provide 170 When you love someone ....

Dont I deserve to be happy? A sad smile curved my lips.

Dont I deserve to be with the woman my heart loves dearly? The woman Ive longed for.

Im just worried that III never be what Cassidy wants and it breaks my heart every tI try to imagine our future together..

I paused, closing my eyes, literally picturing myself and Cassidy as mates.

Well make each other unhappy; I know that much.

I wish I can love her even for a bit but, my heart is closed off from her entirely and I feel so bad because she deserves better.

She deserves a man who worships the ground she walks on.

She chooses this path herself, Ramsey.

More than anyone, I know your history clearly and I know how much shes practically being chasing after you.

Its not your fault that happened, and I think you should tell Lyla about that thing What difference will it make ? I scoffed.

Its not like she would leave him for me.

Maybe if you had been clear about her, may to everything from that first day anch tried not to be atycan Leader around her, maybe none of this would have happened.

You see how easy it is to bond with her when you stop overthinkingm things Things and just let your feelings lead? want your lecture now, Lenny I glared at him. For all your talks about things like this, youre still single .

You dont want to find a mate ? I turned away from the mirror.

Cto think of it, are you even dating anyone? He chuckled.

I am seeing someone currently, but you know I love to keep all my relationships private .

That way it makes breakup less messy and Im not really the marrying kind.

Im the lets have fun for now kind of guy Good for you! I smirked.

our worst Lennys face softened, and he placed a reassuring hand on my shoulder.

Sometimes, our fears about something can turn out to be nothing but a farce.

You could... maybe, just maybe, find something real with Cassidy and then both of you might actually have a good marriage.

I wanted to tell him that this was reality and not smade up fairytale, but I nodded absent mindedly.

I want to be alone.

He hesitated, but finally stepped back as he started for the door.

Just as he reached the door, I stopped him .

Have there been any sightings of the two tailed werewolf? And whats the situation with the Ferals ? He shook his head.

No sightings of the two tailed werewolf, but were sti ports about the Ferals either.

Its as if they were never here reports Thank you, I murmured.

Lenny nodded and left the room, closing the door softly behind him.

looking, and no new Alone at last, I walked to my desk and pulled open a drawer.

From it I retrieved a small, worn out picture frame.

Inside was a photography of my parents.

They smiled back atfrom the picture, their smiles frozen in a moment of happiness I will always remember.

My fathers strong arm around my mom, her eyes filled with warmth and love.

I traced the edge of the frwith my thumb my heart heavy with longing and rearet 170 When you love someone.

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