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

Chapter 170 1/6 AURORA Evelyn and I made it to the pack house and a chill breeze crossed the air .

Dane was everywhere in my mind .

His voice echoed in my head , the look in his eyes seemed to be tattooed at the back of my mind .

I could almost see him standing in the shadows bracing himself against them so that we could leave .

He let us leave free .

Id seen something in his eyes , a fracture in the darkness , a glimmer of the man Id once loved .

The man I loved touching , feeling , hugging , kissing .

That was enough to make me sure that I hadnt been wrong about him .

Go , get some rest , Evelyn said as we stepped into the hallway .

There was a clip in her tone , but the exhaustion in her eyes softened her words .

I nodded , though I knew very well that I was not going to sleep .

While Evelyn walked to her room , my feet began moving automatically toward the little sitting room where comfort could be found during down times .

The fire had burned down to glowing embers , and the room was Chapter 170 in shadow , I sank into the armchair by the fireplace , my eyes .

fixed on the red glowing coals .

2/6 The pearl pendant lay heavily against my chest , its gentle clink.ag was a constant reminder of both its power and its cost .

I didnt have much time to sit in silence .

A knock at the door caught me off guard .

Come in , I called , adjusting my position in the chair .

The door creaked open and Trajan stood in the doorway .

His face was somber , his dark eyes full of unspoken questions .

You left , he said , an edge of anger chafing at his words .

I let out a resigned sigh .

I couldnt wait .

His lips were pursed as he walked closer .

Evelyn told me what happened .

You went into the lair alone , Aurora .

Do you know how dangerous that was ? I wasnt alone , I said , trying to keep my cool .

Thats not the point , he snapped , clearly irritated .

If Dane had let you in , you could be dead .

Or worse .

I had to try , I said , rising to meet his gaze .

Trajan , I saw him , The real Dane .

Hes still in there .

For a moment , Trajans face softened , before he shook his head .

And what if youre wrong ? What if next time the Nameless doesnt allow you to escape ? Chapter 170 Im not wrong , I replied with certainty .

I cant be .

Not about this .

He stared at me for a long time , his jaw clenched tightly .

Finally , he blew out a deep breath and ran his hand through his hair .

Whats your plan ? Because whatever youre doing , its not just saving Dane anymore .

The Nameless is getting stronger , and we need to do something .

I know , I said softly .

Which is why Im going to talk to him .

Trajans eyes went wide in surprise .

Speak with him ? With Dane ? Yes , I said , my voice shaking slightly .

He knows things about the Nameless , his plans , and his weaknesses .

If theres any chance hell share that with me , we have to take it .

What ? Trajan asked as his jaw dropped , his eyes searching mine as if he couldnt believe what I just said .

I shrugged at him .

Trajan swallowed and shook his head .

Do you think hell help you ? he asked with a frown , unconvinced .

I believe hell do anything to protect our children , I said .

Even if it means going against the Nameless .

Trajans frown deepened , but he didnt argue anymore .

Chapter 170 4/6 With a hint of reluctance , he nodded .

If this is what you want , then I have no other choice but to support you , because I couldnt risk letting you sneak there alone again … but , promise .

me you will be more careful from now on .

I will , I said , though I knew that was a lic .

I am sorry , Trajan , I have to do this alone .

He turned and left me then , and I dropped back onto the chair , thinking fast .

If I could get Dane to talk , everything could change , but it was a gamble .

A big one .

I think I should talk to him , today itself .

I looked out the window and it was almost dawn , I got up and like a mindless fool , I made my way out of the pack house , even though this felt like a suicide mission , I had to do it , I was chosen for a reason , I guess .

I made my way back along my route to the border of Nameless territory .

It wasnt long before I got company .

Dane emerged from the darkness like he was expecting me .

His eyes glowed in the moonlight , their golden rings shining , and he seemed as strong as ever .

Aurora , he said , his voice low .

Dane , I replied , trying my best to sound composed .

He looked at me for a moment , his face indifferent .

I told you , you shouldnt be here .

Chapter 170 I need to talk to you , I persisted , closing the distance between us a little more .

His jaw hardened .

About what ? The Nameless , I told him .

I need to know what hes planning .

Danes eyes narrowed and the darkness wrapping around him tugged and shifted in a silent current .

And you think Ill tell you ? I think you will , I said , holding his gaze .

For them .

For one brief moment , his face slipped and a hairline fracture appeared in the concrete of his calm .

Them ? Our children , I whispered .

Tristan and Seraphina .

They need .

you , Dane .

They need their father .

He turned his head , his jaw clenched .

The darkness around him seemed at a loss , not knowing how to fill in .

You dont understand , he said finally .

The Nameless … hes not just a god .

Hes a force .

A storm .

You cant stop him .

I can try , I said .

But I need your help .

Dane looked into my eyes again , and for a moment , I thought he might say no .

But then he sighed , and the stiffness in his shoulders eased a fraction .

There is a relic , he whispered .

It gives him power .

If you can Chapter 170 6/6 destroy it … His voice trailed off , and he shook his head .

But its not easy .

He is bound to it , yet so am I.

If you destroy it , you will also destroy me .

My heart clenched at his words , though I didnt let it show .

Then well find another way , I declared with conviction .

Danes face relaxed , and there was almost a glimmer of hope .

Youve always been stubborn .

I gave him a slight smile .

And you always liked that about me .

There was a moment when it felt like the weight of everything had been released .

But then , the darkness moving along the floor around Dane changed , and his eyes became serious .

You need to go , he pressed , the gravity of his tone now different .

If he finds out that we spoke … I will go , I said .

But I shall return .

Aurora … leave now , he growled through gritted teeth as he balled his fist and closed his eyes .

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