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My heart nearly stopped when I saw the familiar figure approaching our car .
Even after all these years , I’d recognize Lenny anywhere – Ramsey’s ever – loyal Beta , his right hand in everything .
Without thinking I ducked down , practically diving towards Nathan’sp .
“ Beta Lenny , ” I heard Jeremy – Nathan’s father call out .
“ To what do we owe the presence of the White Moon Throne ? You’re far away from home and you could have requested for a report to
be sent instead ofing down here .
”
“ I know , Beta Jeremy , ” Lenny chuckled “ But a request came for the Lycan Leader himself from Alpha Logan’s widow – Luna Vanessa and he’s obliged to attend to her needs , especially after the brave feat thete Alpha pulled – he’s practically the reason why Elder Eldric is still alive .
”
“ I see ! ” Jeremy responded , with uncertainty in his voice but he didn’t sound surprised that my mother had requested the presence of White Moon Throne .
If anything , he was acting normal …
almost too normal .
I couldn’t help but wonder why my mother needed help from Alpha Ramsey .
I pressed closer to Nathan , hoping Lenny would leave soon .
Just then , Nathan woke up , blinking sleepily at my nearness , staring at me in confusion .
“ L ? What’s wrong ? Why are you … ” his voice was low and groggy .
But before I could answer .
and ask him to talk quietly , Lenny’s smooth voice cut into the conversation .
“ Alpha Heir , looking good .
” His eyes moved to the back of the car .
“ You don’t look like a man who’s spent even a day in the dungeons .
What’s your secret ? ”
He was mocking , Nathan .
I felt him stir and I squeezed my eyes shut , wishing I could disappear entirely .
If Lenny was here , Ramsey would be here too .
I know it sounds foolish especially as I didn’t owe Ramsey but the thought of meeting him impromptly was causing me to panic .
For one , I looked like a mess .
I’d just endured an 8 – hour drive , I had bags under my eyes , my nails were chipped , my clothes wrinkly and I had no make – up on .
How could I appear before my ex – mate looking like life has been unfair to me ?
Even if it has , why would I give him the satisfaction ? Knowing who Cassidy was , I’m sure she would be with him .
Slender , beautiful and regal with matching jewellery set , not a single strand of hair out of ce with her wolf , probably whispering to Ramsey about how stupid I look …
The typical Wolfless Deviant …
Tears pricked at my eyes but I pushed it back .
I didn’t think I could face him .
“ L ? ” Lenny said suddenly calling out my name with a smug familiarity .
“ Stop hiding , I can see you there ? ”
Realizing there was no escaping , I slowly straightened , forcing what I hoped was a cold smile .
“ Beta Lenny ,” I tried to sound cool .
“ Who exactly am I hiding from ? You or Alpha Ramsey ? C’mon , ” I huffed .
“ I was looking for my earring .
it suddenly fell .
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Lenny nodded an exaggerated amused smile on his face .
“ Still , it’s good to see you back ! ” Then he moved towards my side of the car and opened the door for me .
Then he held out his hand ,
smiling .
“ Allow me to help you out , Miss L .
”
I murmured my thanks , stepping out of the car with his help .
Every part of me was on high alert , my gaze darting around for any sign of Ramsey .
At least , if I could spot him first , it’ll help me .
Though I was desperately hoping he wasn’t nearby .
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“ Can you spare a few minutes of your time , L ? ” Lenny cut into my thoughts .
“ Most of the Alphas are yet to arrive and I came here earlier so I could have enough time to talk to you .
”
But before I could respond , Nathan stepped between us , his eyes shing with annoyance .
“ She’s not going anywhere with you , Beta Lenny , ” Nathan stated .
“ Whatever you need to say , you can say it here .
No one is a stranger here and I’m sure everyone present has her best interests
at heart .
”
Lenny’s smile didn’t waver but his eyes hardened as he stared at Nathan .
“ And since when do you speak for her ? I believe she can speak for herself don’t you think ? If she doesn’t want to talk to me she can tell me herself … then I won’t bother her again .
”
“ And I’m saying she doesn’t need to speak with you or your Lycan Leader privately ,” Nathan insisted , shoving me behind his back .
“ Don’t you ever get tired of ass – licking and running around like his dog ? ”
“ Those are treasonable words , Nathan … ” Lenny said quietly .
“ You’re yet to be made Alpha … goddess ! Who knows if you’ll be one at the end of the day ? So watch it .
Besides , the punishment for treason isn’t some fancy dungeon and food every day .
It’s death … instant death .
”
“ Both of you , stop ! ” I stepped around Nathan , inserting myself in their middle .
“ You don’t want to create a scene on a day like this .
Fine , I’ll hear whatever the Lycan Leader wants to say ! ”
“ You shouldn’t go if you don’t want to ,” Nathan’s eyes left Lenny , seeking mine .
“ Don’t let them bully you into what you don’t want to do .
”
“ Don’t worry , Nath , ” I gave him a small smile touching his arm gently , though my heart was racing .
“ It’s okay .
I can handle this and until I go , they won’t stoping .
Don’t worry , okay ? ”
“ L … ”
“ Please , ” I said softly , cutting him short again .
“ Let me deal with this now , so we can focus on what’s important tonight .
”
Nathan’s jaw clenched as he reluctantly stepped back still glowering at Lenny who had a satisfied smirk on his lips .
“ Five minutes .
I’ll be right here if you need my help .
”
Lenny gestured towards a small garden path in the Councilpound and together we started for in .
We walked a short distance , stopping when we got to the path covered with tall hedges .
My pulse hammered in my chest … thest time I had met Ramsey in the garden or rather he had
met me …
We had sex
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A blush rose to my cheek as I tried to thrust the memory away from me .
Why on earth would I be thinking about that ?
Lenny turned to me , a pleasant smile on his face and I tried to meet his gaze without flinching wondering silently where Ramsey was .
“ He’s not here , L ! ” he said slowly .
I arched my brows at him , feigning ignorance but he repeated .
“ Ramsey … he’s not here but he does send his regards .
He wants me to extend his condolences on the passing of your father and he has promised to attend the funeral .
”
I felt my stomach drop with disappointment .
“ Spare me , ” I said through gritted teeth , clenching my fists .
“ What else ? ”
Lenny’s lips quirked into a bitter smile .
“ He misses you , L … you cannot imagine how much .
He spent thest four years searching for you , up until the moment you drove into our world , he was still looking .
”
Anger red in my chest as I narrowed my eyes at Lenny .
“ Am I supposed to be grateful for that information ? Me and Ramsey are done with each other .
He rejected me … not once , not twice … every time , he walked in and saw me , every time heid his eyes on me … he rejected me .
Even now , I guess he couldn’te … doesn’t want to be seen with Alpha Logan’s Wolfless Deviant .
”
“ The Lycan Leader has his hands full with duties and couldn’t make it himself .
”
“ You know , years ago I would have epted that line but I know a man will drop everything for
the woman he wants and this is not me insinuating that I want him to do the same .
It’s just me saying , that I’m so over this line .
But , I’m grateful for his condolence and I’ll ept that .
If there’s nothing else … ”
“ L … please ! ” Lenny reached out to stop me .
“ He’s not perfect but he spent four years devoted to searching for you .
He spared no resources .
”
“ By sending Panthers after me , by locking up my best friend and traumatizing him ? Those were
his resources .
”
Lenny had the grace to look ufortable .
“ He wasn’t himself .
He was desperate to find
exin … ”
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you ,
to
“ I don’t care ,” I snapped .
“ I don’t care about his exnations or his desperation or his resources or his misery .
All I care about is that he showed exactly who he is – cruel , and controlling .
What was he thinking when he kept Nathan locked up for four years ? ”
Lenny sighed .
“ He wants to see you .
I’m sure he’ll …”
“ I will never see him again , Beta Lenny .
” I stopped him midsentence .
Go back and tell him , that he should let me go just as I have him .
I’m happy with my life and he should be too .
For Moon’s sake .
He’s married .
”
“ He’s not married , ” Lenny said quickly .
“ The marriage between him and Cassidy is yet to happen .
”
That information left me stunned but I quickly masked it and shrugged .
“ His business , not mine .
I have to leave now .
”
As is turned to go Lenny caught my arm .
Lierked away my nulse snikino in rm
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“ Just hear him out , L , ” he pressed .
“ Just … take this … ” he thrust a folded paper into my hands .
“ If you change your mind ,e to this address tomorrow by noon .
He’ll be there waiting for you .
”
I stared at the paper , remembering all the nights I’d cried myself to sleep , all the times I’d wishe he’d chosen me even if it was for a minute .
“ I won’t change my mind , ” I said crumpling the paper in my fist .
“ We’re done here .
” “ Ramsey is not who you think he is , L .
Once you get to know him , you’ll understand .
”
“ Yeah ,” I threw the paper at him .
“ You can tell him not to hold his breath .
”
With that , I turned on my heels , trying to erase the address from my memory , I’d caught a glimpse of it .
I would not be going anyway .