Alpha Nocturne"s Contracted Mate

Alpha Nocturne’s Contracted Mate by A E Randell

Chapter 156 The 12th Garrison

“The 12th Garrison?” Adam asked, his expression one of deep thought, “How were

you alerted to the convoy’s demise?”

“Generally we track the progress from the 11th garrison at the receiving end through

the Ravine with spotters from our garrison. We hadn’t heard from the spotters for

longer than was normal, and had begun to mobilize a search party.” Greyson

explained calmly, “They were about to leave when a group of Aurochs, that we know

are used for transport there, entered the bottom of the valley in a panicked state.”

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Adam nodded thoughtfully as Greyson explained, scrutinizing his face subtly and

checking for any trace of dishonesty.

“As soon as the lookout at the Garrison reported it, we mobilized a force to intercept

and conduct reconnaissance in the area. We knew that it meant nothing good as there

was no trace of the guards or the convoy that they were supposed to be attached to,

so support was requested from the 11th Garrison as well.”

“Did they call the wyverns in to help?” Bartholomew asked quickly, his brows creased

in concern.

“Yes, Sir. Although they couldn’t proceed too far in the air into the ravine because of

the winds, they swept the area closest to them. We a*s*sumed that at least one side

would be able to recapture any escapees or a*s*sist in bringing things back under

control but…” Greyson trailed off and licked his lips, a haunted look in his eyes as he

glanced down at

to compose himself and after only a

he lifted his head and

that we could help. Not a single person there was

stated simply. “And what of the attackers? Do we have

caused this?”

to admit it, but to pull off an escape in that

to do it without leaving any traces of the escape route, was

of.

“Actually, yes. We have an idea of what attacked, but the gravity of

garrisons are sworn to silence on this matter, at

from you as to how to proceed.” “Well

What was

answered grimly as a dark look crossed

everyone’s surprise. “There are many… beings… or animals… whatever

of us have ever seen before. The Enclave

have seen a lot over the years and

best interest if

for further examination.”

Ann narrowed her eyes at him as she

Enclave? With all these people here that could

mistake.

“You didn’t bring any ‘live’ creature here did

As I said, there were no signs of

sides suffered devastating losses. It’s the only comfort

from the situation. The men that died, fought valiantly

in service to the

and turned to look

were k*il*led in this ambush, or

full honors and I will personally guarantee that any

taken care of by the crown’s treasury.”

as he inclined his

not acceptable by any means. Narcissa should have

under her breath as Maeve’s anger rose to

on her shoulder and he squeezed gently, in an

calming breath and focused her

Greyson.

“You brought the corpses of the attackers here?” Ann asked

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