Blood And Silver:Rise of the Alpha’s Rejected Mate

Chapter 166 PIPER The mirror in my room reflected the bruise on my cheek .

It was light , but I could still see it even after putting on powder to hide it .

I didnt like that it was still there .

It reminded me of Warricks anger and my mistake in trusting him .

A knock sounded on my door , loud and eager .

I knew it was him before I even opened the door .

Warrick didnt wait to be invited in , I then stepped across the threshold , and as soon as I turned the knob .

T Piper , he said , his voice low but filled with irritation .

What you doing up here ? You should be with the others showing unity .

are I crossed my arms and kept the door open behind him .

Unity , Warrick ? Like what you showed me last night when you grabbed me ? His face became serious and for a moment , I thought he might deny it .

Instead , he let out a sharp breath , his hands moving at his sides .

Chapter 166 Youre making this a bigger deal than it is .

Am I ? I moved a bit closer , making him look at me .

Because I dont believe its right to leave marks on me at all .

He tried to reach for me , but I stepped back .

Piper .

he said , his voice becoming gentler .

You know how much stress Im under .

You know what this alliance means for both our packs .

I cant have you doubting me all the time .

That doesnt give you the right to touch me like that .

I said , my voice trembling even though I tried to stay calm , as I stepped up to him .

His jaw tightened but he didnt respond immediately , he stepped back from me and looked away .

I wont tolerate it I continued , stepping closer again .

Not once .

Not ever .

If it happens again Warrick , Ill end this engagement myself , alliance or no alliance .

His eyes flashed as he shot his gaze to me , a dangerous mix of anger and something else , something that made my stomach You wouldnt dare , he said , his voice low and cold .

1 forced myself to hold his gaze even though every instinct screamed at me to kok away , for me to give up and not push too hard , for me to walk away , but I didnt … I am not weak .

Chapter 166 Try me , I growled .

3/7 陷 The tension between us was a physical thing , crackling in the air like a storm about to break .

Finally , Warrick exhaled and turned away , pacing the room with sharp , deliberate steps .

Youre too emotional , he said , not looking at me .

You always have been .

But okay .

If it means that much to you , Ill keep my feelings in check .

For now .

For now ? My voice was louder than I had wanted .

He turned back to me , and I couldnt tell what he was thinking .

This isnt just about us , Piper .

Its about staying alive .

Remember that ! he clicked his tongue and stormed out of the room .

I watched him leave , I balled my fists so tight , that my knuckles turned white .

I stormed to the door and slammed it shut after him .

Survival ? I thought , as I walked to my bed and I slumped on it in a seated position .

I believed I could deal with Warrick .

I believed that I was strong enough to make this partnership work for the pack .

But now , in the quiet of my room , I wasnt so sure .

4/7 Chapter 166 Knock .

I turned to the door and stared at it for a while , wondering who it could be .

The knock this time was gentle , unsure .

Piper ? Evanders voice .

My heart skipped and I took a steadying breath before opening the door .

He stood there , his scarred face partially darkened in the dim hallway light .

But his eyes , those lilac eyes that always seemed to see straight through me were sharp and full of concern .

I saw him leave , he said , stepping into the room without waiting for an invitation .

What happened ? Nothing .

I said quickly as I went to the mirror to fix the powder on my cheek .

Piper .

His voice was gentle but strong .

I turned to look at him with my arms crossed , What do you want me to say , Evander ? That Warrick got angry ? That I messed up ? That I thought I could do what was best for the pack and ended up in a worse spot than before ? His jaw tightened and he moved a bit closer .

Chapter 166 I want you to say youll let me help , he said , his voice quiet .

I looked at him , not sure how to reply .

You dont have to do this by yourself , he said , looking straight at mc .

I understand what it feels like to be stuck , Piper .

I know how it is to believe you have no other choices .

But you do .

You always have .

I swallowed hard , his words striking me like a strong blow .

Why do you care so much ? I asked quietly .

His face changed , looking less tough for a moment .

Because Ive seen what happens when people like Warrick dont have anyone to stop them .

He reached out , his hand close to my cheek but he didnt touch me .

You deserve better , he said , his voice almost a whisper .

I felt a lump rise in my throat and I looked away , blinking rapidly to keep the tears at bay .

I can handle him , I said , my voice steadier than I felt .

Evander didnt argue , but his silence spoke volumes .

Chapter 166 If he tries anything again … 6/7 Ill handle it , I said , cutting him off , as I looked at him again .

I dont need you to fight for me , Evander .

His lips were tight , but he nodded .

Just remember , he said , his voice soft but strong , Youre not alone , Piper .

Not while Im here .

He started to walk away , but before he got to the door , I called out to him .

Evander .

He stopped and looked back at me .

Thank you , I said , my voice very quiet .

He nodded once and then left the room , leaving me alone with my thoughts .

As the door closed , I sat on the edge of my bed , my hands shaking .

Warricks words were in my mind , but so were Evanders .

I wasnt quite sure which one scared me more .