Alpha Nocurne'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.”

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 f*orc*e 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 his feet briefly.

waited patiently for him to compose himself and after only a few moments, exhaling deeply, he

simply. “And what of the attackers? Do we have any intelligence on what could have caused this?” Ann asked

pull off an escape in that environment was practically impossible,

an idea of what attacked, but the gravity of it…” He said almost disbelievingly, “The garrisons are sworn to silence on this matter, at least until we receive directions from you as to how to proceed.” “Well don’t just give us a vague answer! What was it?!”

many… beings… or animals… whatever you want to call them, that none of us have ever seen before. The Enclave

features. Surely he didn’t bring any live specimens to the

bring any ‘live’

but perhaps I wasn’t clear. Both sides suffered devastating losses. It’s the only comfort that any of us could take from the situation. The men that died, fought valiantly and gave their lives

nodded quietly and turned to look

this ambush, or escape attempt-.whatever this was, to receive funerals with full honors and I will personally guarantee that any families they left behind will be taken care

have been executed.” Ann hissed furiously under her breath as Maeve’s anger rose to match

land on her shoulder and he squeezed gently, in an effort to

“Yes, my Queen. They are secured and concealed