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 lifted his head

one that we could help. Not a single person there was left alive.” He stated simply. “And what of the

hated to admit it, but to pull off an escape in that environment was practically impossible, and to do it without

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

are many… beings… or animals… whatever you want to call them, that none of us have ever seen before. The Enclave has many experts here that have seen a lot over the years and studied countless areas unfamiliar to soldiers like us. I thought it in everyone’s best interest if the specimens could be

bring any live specimens to the Enclave? With all these people here that could prove a deadly

bring any ‘live’ creature here did

no signs of life when we arrived, 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,

quietly and turned to look at

in 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 of by the crown’s treasury.” “Yes, my Queen. I’ll see it done.” Bartholomew said as he

have been executed.” Ann hissed

effort to rea*s*sure her as she took a calming breath

attackers here?” Ann asked as calmly as she could. “Yes, my Queen. They are secured and