The Alpha’s Fated Outcast: Rise Of The Moonsinger

Chapter 182 182 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 papet.

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

Alpha, he began.

The doctors at the pack hospital just informedthat 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 tyouve 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 ssamples 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.

182 Fractured moments .....

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 ttoday, 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 cand 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 csee 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 stime.

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

I dont have tfor 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 cback 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 ctobefore the festival to ask for my permission Herlips 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 letbuy you a meal.

Just one meal, to show my gratitude 182 Fractured moments .. You dont have to Isaid with an exasperated En 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.

H 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 onlike al 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.