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4.04% The Alpha's Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger. / Chapter 10: Ramsey vs Feral wolves...

Bab 10: Ramsey vs Feral wolves...

Lyla

If there was one thing I knew about our world, especially how the White Moon Throne works, I know someone like Ramsey would not chase me around, begging me to come back to him.

He wouldn't want anything that would draw negative attention to him, and my status as a mutt was nothing but negative.

If people found out I was his mate, they would no doubt question his status and power. It might even start a rebellion. So, if I put enough distance between us, he would leave me alone. And the human world was perfect for that. There, I would be safe and free from all the laws binding me as a werewolf. 

I had stayed up all night waiting for Ramsey to show up. But after midnight, I knew he wasn't going to come, and I felt slightly disappointed. I'd wanted one last rendezvous with him before I left. 

I wanted him to remember me, and more importantly, to remember how he lost me for good. I wanted him to gnash his teeth in anger when he realized I was gone. But as usual, the Moon Goddess was on his side, and he didn't show up.

By 4 am, I was done preparing to leave. Back in the pack, a typical Omega's day starts two hours before everyone's. Since they were weaker and slower, they had to start everything extra early to meet up with all their duties for the day.

My heart pounded as I slipped out of my room, gently closing the door, careful not to make a sound. I darted through the dark corridor, using my hands on the wall as my guide as I tried to remember the entrance to the big house.

After several minutes, I finally found the door that led outside the Packhouse. Once I was outside, I took in several restorative breaths, ignoring the way my heart was hammering against my chest.

I passed several Omegas going in the opposite direction as I walked to the gate. I had done my best to look like an Omega. Oversized dress, hair packed into a bun… and I was holding a bundle of my clothes with my gaze lowered.

They didn't notice that I wasn't one of their own. But the guards were the real test. 

I sucked in a deep breath and approached the first security checkpoint. The guards didn't even glance my way. I passed the second security checkpoint in the same manner. 

But just as I was about to pass the last checkpoint, a familiar voice stopped me."You there, halt!"

I froze in place as Ramsey's voice reached my ears. I could hear my heart beating loudly in my ears.

What was he doing here at this time? Why was he at the gate for Moon's sake?

"Turn around and identify yourself at once!" Ramsey ordered. A few of the other Omegas passing were glancing curiously at me. I closed my eyes, trying to think of a way out. I could hear footsteps coming towards me. I didn't want things to escalate… so I turned, my gaze pointed downwards.

"What is your name?" Ramsey asked, "Are you new?"

I didn't respond. I still had my gaze on the ground.

"Are you deaf?" One of the guard on duty growled, landing a slap at the back of my neck. I doubled backwards with pain, holding my neck.

I still didn't say anything, and my gaze was still downwards. From the corner of my eyes, I saw Ramsey leave the security post where he was standing and started towards me. When he got to where I was, he raised my head.

Our gaze met and held… I held my breath as his eyes bore into mine, recognition flashing in them for a second. He dropped his hands as he stared at me until he finally spoke.

"Going somewhere, miss?" he asked, gritting his teeth as annoyance flashed in his eyes.

"Yes!" I squared my shoulders. "I'm going home. My parents would be worried about me and I didn't come with my phone. There's no way to communicate with them."

"Then why are you sneaking around and why are you dressed like an Omega?" he asked, his eyes flickering all over my body. "Weren't you informed of the prior engagement you had today? I don't know how you lived your life before, but around here, we make plans before we do anything."

Some of the guards were staring at us curiously, and I also noticed that Ramsey was becoming uncomfortable. Suddenly, he reached for my arm and grabbed me.

"Let's continue this conversation elsewhere," he said.

I shook him off, the initial fear I felt gone. Here, in front of these people, he would not do anything rash.

"I'm sorry, Alpha!" I bowed my head. "But I cannot go back with you. I need to go home to my parents today. It's been 48 hours since I left the house. They must be worried."

"Don't do this, Lillian!" he said through gritted teeth. "This is neither the time nor the place. Let's go in and talk about this!"

"This is the perfect time and place, Alpha Ramsey," I hissed. "I'm going to give you two options, my dear Alpha… one, you let me go in peace. I'm not even asking anything from you. I'll walk out of that gate and you'd never see me again. Second, if you try to force me to go in with you, I'm going to announce to everyone here…that I am your mate."

His eyes widened with surprise and for a moment, I saw fear flash through them… which didn't surprise me much. With the way I was dressed, announcing myself as his mate would make people think question his sanity.

"And if they don't believe me, I will show them your mark on my neck. I heard that when a Lycan mates with you and marks you, it shines in the dark. We could test that theory since the sun is not up!"

"Don't be foolish, Lilian!" he growled with annoyance, as he grabbed my arm again, "Do you know how far your pack is from the White Mountains? Are you planning to walk all the way there? Fine! If you want to leave that badly, how about I ask someone to drive you? Just come and let…"

I shook his arm off me again, taking a step backwards. "I'll be fine, Alpha. Just let me go. How I get home is none of your business…."

"It is not safe outside, Lilian!" he barked again. I could tell he was frustrated. "We had feral attacks last night. Why else did you think I didn't show up? In case you haven't noticed, we're trying to move the Omegas in the lower villages into the protective walls of the Packhouse. You don't know what could be out there. Don't be fucking foolish!"

"For the last time, Alpha!" I was getting angry now. "My name is Lyla and not Lilian, and I'd rather die in the hands of those feral wolves than be in the same space as you. Besides, what is it to you? Whether I live or die? How does it affect you?"

"You're my mate for Moon's sake!" he snapped, nearly losing control, but then he took a deep breath and tried to speak calmly. "If anything happens to you at this point… it'll affect me. Don't you understand?"

I thought he was going to give a long speech about how much he cared for me and all, but to think he was looking out for himself.

How did I end up with a jerk like this? I must have done something bad in my past life to be punished with a mate like this.

"No, you won't!" I responded. "Have you forgotten that I have no wolf? Technically, there's no bond between us, so even if I die…" I trailed off, trying to fight the tears that had gathered at the corner of my eyes, "You won't feel a thing, Ramsey. So please, just let me go!"

I turned to leave, but he grabbed me, only to be interrupted by a voice.

"Is something wrong?"

When I turned, it was a grey-haired man, that seemed like the older version of Alpha Ramsey. His gaze darted from me to Ramsey, who had long removed his hand from me and had taken a step backwards, putting distance between us.

"No!" Ramsey shook his head. "She's nobody. You shouldn't be up already," he started saying as he moved to the man. "Remember what the healer said…."

My heart squeezed with pain as I watched him walk towards the grey-haired man, without bothering to look at me. He had denied me in public… once again… Ramsey had proven that I was nothing but a dent to him.

Well, this nobody had no business remaining here.

Wiping the tear that had rolled down my cheek, I turned and made my way out the third gate. 


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Bab 11: Finally, freedom!

Lyla

"You'll be fine, Lyla," I muttered to myself. "You will go back to before… before you met him… before the gala, before everything. You don't need him… you don't need them…" my voice cracked, but I kept walking.

I was free, yes, but nowhere felt like home anymore.

Going back to Blue Ridge—to my pack wasn't even an option. My parents would kill me before they let me spend a night under their roof. Tears welled up in my eyes, but I sniffed them back…none of my problems have ever been solved by crying.

I crossed to the side of the road, noting a lot of people walking towards the White gate. Most of them were either injured and were supported by people or lying down on some transport. I felt fear seep into my heart for a minute…

If Ramsey was right about the Feral wolves, was it really safe for me to be leaving? Especially as I had no wolf. Feral wolves were once werewolves, but they lost their humanity, and they could not be reasoned with. If I stumbled upon one, I was as good as dead.

I hesitated for a minute, turning back to look at the white gates, half-expecting to see Ramsey running towards me, but I would be foolish to think that was possible. Taking in a deep breath, I turned and continued down the path.

I didn't care if I would walk the entire way to the human world. I just wanted to leave. I wish I could undo everything, to return to the moments when I was just the unwanted wolfless girl—at least it was a lesser pain compared to what I feel now.

I walked faster, my pace matching the pounding of my heart.

I walked for what felt like hours, refusing to think, allowing my feet to lead me. Slowly, I left the protective terrain of the White Moon Mountains and ventured deeper into the thick forest. I had barely noticed; since I was lost in thoughts.

I paused for a minute and took stock of my surroundings. I was in a forest, filled with thick trees that were so tall that they blocked the sun's rays. A shiver ran down my spine, as every instinct in me screamed for me to turn back. A fearful premonition suddenly filled me… my heart began to race… it was as if I knew something was about to happen — something bad. I spun on my heel, ready to retrace my steps, but it was too late.

They emerged from the shadows…seven pairs of eyes gleaming at me. My breath caught in my throat as I took in the sight of these strange wolves circling me. They were not rogues — they looked too clean to be rogues. Aside from the star-shaped mark on their forehead, they were twice the size of a normal werewolf.

They looked sleek and well-fed and they were not snarling or trying to attack me like a rogue would.

For a moment, they stared at me... and I stared back, wondering what they wanted. 

"Uhm… Hi!" I ventured, my eyes trained on every one of them. "So, I think I am lost and I'm sorry for trespassing. I was about to turn back," I said, spinning around.

But none of the wolves made a sound. They all remained in their positions, eyes fixed on me.

My eyes darted to the path I had just come from, half-expecting anyone to show up, but that was not possible. I was too far from any pack. Even if I decide to make a dash for it… I wouldn't go far. I just had my human strength. I could never outrun a wolf.

"I don't want any trouble," I said, trying to keep my voice steady. "You don't want anything from me. I am poor and broke and I live like an orphan."

A large wolf, clearly their leader, hung back and was watching me. There was something about his eyes that felt familiar.

"Please," I said again, my voice barely above a whisper. "Just let me go this once, I promise, you'd never see me here."

I moved, and the wolves moved with me. I panicked and tried to move faster, only for my heel to catch an exposed root. I tumbled to the ground, leaves and twigs scraping against my palm.

"Stay back!" I cried out, suddenly raising my hands at them. I saw them pause and for a flitting moment, I saw fear flash in their eyes. All seven of them. It was as if they expected me to do something. But they recovered quickly.

"My death won't benefit you!" I sobbed, scrambling backwards on my hands and knees. "I have no pack, no family to mourn me if I die. Please, just let me go!"

But the wolves remained silent. Their eyes gleamed with an intelligence that chilled me to my core. These were not rogues — it was clear they weren't driven by hunger or desperation. There was a purpose behind their actions—it was as if they were calculating every step I took. My heart sank as I stared closely at them… wondering what they were.

"I don't want to die," I sobbed, curling in on myself as the circle of the wolves tightened. "Not like this. Not alone in the dark." But they continued towards me.

My chest heaved, and I shut my eyes, bracing myself for the inevitable. 

"Please!" I begged, my voice breaking. "Please…"

Suddenly, their leader lunged forward… instinctively. I threw up my arms in a futile attempt to protect myself as a scream tore from the back of my throat. I waited for his impact on my body, but he flew backwards and crashed into the tall trees behind us.

For a moment, shock registered on their faces and mine too. I spun around, hoping to see who my saviour was, but it was just me and the wolves.

I also noticed that the other wolves had taken a step backwards and I could tell they were afraid... but of who? I wondered. Surely not me.

But the moment of surprise passed quickly. Two of the wolves closest to me snarled and lunged at me at once. It was as if they were trying to avenge their leader. They both leapt at me, teeth bared, and eyes blazing with fury.

Time seemed to slow as I watched them sail through the air. My heart pounded in my chest, every nerve in my body screaming for me to run, but I remained rooted to the spot. Just as their claws were about to make contact with my skin, an invisible force slammed into them.

The wolves yelped in surprise and pain as they were thrown backwards, crashing into the others.

I stood there, frozen in disbelief as I struggled to understand what was happening. I turned back again to see if someone was helping me, but it was just me. How was this possible? I hadn't moved, hadn't done anything to defend myself?

The remaining wolves circled warily around me again. They exchanged nervous glances… their leader had longed to recover and suddenly he jumped high, leaping through the trees with such speed that I couldn't keep up.

He jumped at me again. This time, his claws racked across my back, tearing through my dress and into my skin. I cried out in pain, stumbling forward. Another blow caught me in my ribs, stealing my breath away. I fell to my knees, gasping and coughing out blood.

The rest of the wolves had now gained confidence and circled me again, gnarling their teeth. Their leader came again, looming over me. His face was the picture of fury as he raised his clawed hands… I closed my eyes, bracing myself for the end…But the blow never came.

A roar, primal and furious, echoed through the thick forest. I opened my eyes just in time to catch a blur of motion slamming into the leader, sending him directly to the trees.

"Ramsey?" I whispered, almost hopeful despite myself.

But when he turned, his eyes were dark and stormy… that was when I realized that it wasn't Ramsey.


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