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

Chapter 183 PIPER The forest seemed unnaturally quiet as if even the trees were holding their breath.

My heart beat fast in my chest, a steady drumbeat of caution and determination.

Every rustle of leaves madeflinch, my fingers twitching near the dagger Id strapped to my side. Aurora was like a thin string pullingonward.

I did not know in which direction I was going, but something madefeel I was close to finding it and I needed to be.

Moonlight filtered between the tree branches, casting patches on the forest floor that seemed to take fantastic shapes.

I stepped over a bent root, peering closely at every shadow.

Half my mind was with Aurora; half of it was with Warrick.

Warrick.

Oh, Warrick.

Just the mention of him madefeel like vomiting.

I couldnt think about him now.

I took another careful step forward and felt the hair on my neck shoot to attention.

I wasnt alone.

Quickly I pulled the dagger out and held it defensively in front ofand I looked up to see Warrick, I staggered back a bit.

Chapter 183 Warrick, I breathed.

2/6 He stood a few steps away, leaning easily against a tree, as though hed been waiting for me.

His tall body was in shadow, but the shine of his dark eyes was clear. Hello to you too, Piper, he said smoothly, his voice annoyingly calm. What are you doing here? I asked firmly, my grasp on the dagger tighter. He smiled as he drew closer, his movements cautious but not threatening.

I think you want to find Aurora, just like I do.

I squinted, keeping my blade raised.

Why would you want to find Aurora ? Shes the Luna of Broken Ridge, right? he asked, cocking his head.

Her being found is important to all of us .

Or did you forget that? I dont believe you, I snapped.

You only do things that benefit you.

So what is your real reason? Warricks smile vanished, and for a moment, he looked Believe what you want, Piper, but I have my reasons.

And they angry.

are not for you to know.

Youre right, I said, anger growing.

They arent.

Because I dont need your help.

I began to walk away, but his voice stopped me.

3/6 Chapter 183 Youre walking right into trouble, he said, sounding serious.

Do you really know what youre up against? I turned back to look at him, feeling angry.

Dont act like you care.

Youre only here because you think you can benefit from this.

He shrugged and crossed his arms.

Maybe I can.

But that doesnt mean Im wrong.

I thought for a moment.

His words hit home, even though I knew better.

Warrick was clever and selfish, but he wasnt stupid.

If he was warning me, it meant he knew something I didnt.

What do you know? I asked carefully.

He moved closer, and I couldnt understand what was going through his mind.

The Nameless is not srandom enemy, he thinks and then acts with a plan in his mind If you go on your own, youve got no chance.

Just like Aurora .

Finally, the mention of Aurora had my heart aching . I could have argued that he was wrong, but somewhere deeper inside, I knew his words were right.

What am I supposed to do then? I asked looking tired already.

An alliance, he said straightforwardly.

4/6 Chapter 183 I laughed rudely.

You think I will trust you? No, he said smiling, takingby surprise.

But you have no choice.

Youre in too deep, Piper.

And like it or not, I can help you.

I stared hard at him, trying to catch a glimpse of a lie.

Warrick had always been able to take people in, but there was something about him that seemed a little off this time.

Perhaps a sign of truthfulness.

Or maybe he was just in skind of a spell.

Okay, I said with deliberation.

But lets get one thing straight, I dont trust you.

You slip up once, Ill kill you myself.

His smile was back, but this time, it wasnt humorous.

Thats fair.

We continued walking in the forest together, but I kept my distance from him .

For someone who could be so annoying, Warrick was quiet; his footsteps were nearly silent against the earth, Why are you here, Warrick? I asked after a while because I couldnt stand the silence anymore.

He looked at me, and I had no idea what he was thinking.

I told you, Im looking for Aurora.

For your gain, I pressed.

5/6 Chapter 183 He didnt deny it.

Maybe.

But that doesnt mean I want to see her dead.

Or you, for that matter.

I scoffed.

How noble of you.

He suddenly stopped and raised a hand to quiet.

His eyes looked ahead to the darkness, his body tense.

What? I whispered, clenching my dagger tightly.

Somethings watching us, he whispered.

I tried to see what he did as my heart started beating fast .

The trees felt as though they moved around us, the darkness looking somewhat different from what they truly were. We need to go, Warrick whispered, his tone low and urgent.

For once, I did not argue.

We did walk a little faster while every single sound of leaves and breaking twigs seemed to fillwith more fear. As I walked, I couldnt help feeling that Warrick was keeping something from me.

He kept scanning around and looked really nervous.

You know more than youre telling, I whispered.

He didnt answer immediately, his gaze cast down the path before him.

Chapter 183 6/6 Finally, he said, I know enough to keep us safe.

Isnt that good enough for you? No.

I said firmly.

If we are going to do this, I need to know the truth.

Warrick was hesitating, his face turned towith worry on his features.

The truth, Piper, is you dont know what youre up against.

Not only does the Nameless pose a threat to Aurora, but he threatens us all.

He will destroy everything we love if we dont put a stop to him.

His words madefeel scared, but I wouldnt let him see my fear.

Then why are you really here, Warrick? What do you get from this? He fell silent, his jaw getting tight.

Redemption.