The Alpha's Fated Outcast Rise Of The Moonsinger novel Chapter 229

Ramsey

As Seth left to deliver the message, I was reluctant to leave. The unexpected arrival of someone connected to Miriam set off warning bells in my mind.

I studied her face. "Do you have any idea what this could be about?"

She shook her head. "No, But I'll find out soon enough."

I crossed my arms. "Do you want to see her?"

She exhaled, thinking. "I suppose I should. If she came all this way, it must be important."

"Then let me go with you," I said firmly.

She gave me a small smile but she shook her head. "I appreciate your protectiveness darling, but I should talk to her first. If something feels off, I'll let you know.

I trusted Lyla's judgment and she was right – we couldn't put everything on hold for every surprise that came our way. Still, I didn't like it but I also knew she could handle herself. I studied her for a moment before nodding. "Fine. But if she tries anything…"

"I'll handle it," she assured me, swinging her legs over the bed.

"And if anything seems off…"

"I will call you immediately," she smiled, resting her palm against my chest.

I wasn't convinced but I decided to let it go. I leaned in, stealing one last kiss before stepping back. "Be careful. Mind link me if you need anything. I'll be in the garden with Lenny. Let me know how it goes, okay?"

She nodded. "You too. Tell me what Lenny says."

I gave her one last look before turning and walking out of the room As I made my way down the hall, my mind raced with possibilities.

What did Terra want? And more importantly, how was she connected to Miriam?

Something told me that this visit wouldn't be simple and I also had a sinking feeling that whatever it was – it was only the beginning.

As I turned towards the garden two questions now occupied my mind.

What was so urgent that Lenny needed to speak in person?

And what did the Moon Temple want with Lyla?

When I arrived at the garden, a small smile crossed my lips, it was the same garden, where I and Lyla had first declared our bond as mates and it held so many memories for me. I spotted the bench we had used that day and it drew a grin from me. It was so tiny… until today, I don't know how we were able to fit into it.

I spotted Lenny on the phone, speaking in hushed tones and running his hand over his hair, the moment he saw me, he ended the call and hurried over.

"What took you so long?" he queried; his voice was tinged with impatience.

"There was a small hitch this morning," I replied, rubbing the back of my neck. "I had to take care of it. What's wrong?" I studied his worried expression. "You look troubled."

Lenny studied me for a moment before exhaling deeply. "Well, brace yourself because there's trouble… lots of it. First of all, the food and spices including those fighting resources made specially for Ferals and Moonstones coming through the werewolf trade routes have been seized."

I stiffened. "What?"

The moonstones were essential for our rituals, healing practices and reinforcing weapons. They were a crucial part of trade and power distribution in our world. If our supply chain was cut off, it would cripple us in more ways than one and the White Mountain region has been trading them with werewolf territories for generations. They were transported through waterways and roads that crossed multiple werewolf communities.

"The shipment. Every single one that was supposed to make it to White Mountains," Lenny continued. "Since we rely heavily on the waterways and the roads that cut through various werewolf packs, every last crate was stopped and our messengers arrested."

"Is there a reason for it? Didn't we pay the toll fees? Did someone break some rules or breach their laws?"

Lenny shook his head grimly. "No, this isn't about money or rules. My sources just informed me that most of the werewolf packs especially in the South and West are breaking away from the rulership of the White Mountain and the White Moon Throne."

I went still.

Lenny continued. "They've officially declared that they no longer want to be a part of the Lycan World. And…" he hesitated. "They've chosen an Alpha Leader."

A knowing smile crossed my face. "Let me guess – Nathan Tanner is the new Alpha Leader?"