The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

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

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 withagain 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 taughtbecause they dismissedas wolfless.

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

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

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

Please ... But Nymeris growled in response, replying toimmediately.

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 forthese 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 aboutthat 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 toagain, 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 filledNymeris 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 swords. 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 chere 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 madesceptical.

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.

Lettalk 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? Lettalk to her.

Shes not harming anyone and, if anything, she cfor me.

She cfor 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, c... listen to me.

Instead, she received another snarl.

How did Nanny know her n? 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 band, butm 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 cout 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 ctogether.

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 heren hell hunt her down like he did them the last time.

There was a twhen 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 ...