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

Chapter 165 AURORA The journal lay open before me, its old pages still faintly glowing with the residual magic that had broken Reeds enchantment.

My fingers trembled slightly as I turned another page.

Reading my mothers words felt almost intrusive, but I couldnt stop.

Her voice seemed to echo in my head as I traced the delicate symbols, their meaning unraveling effortlessly before my eyes.

Her warnings about the Nameless were vivid and terrifying, but there was a hope woven through them, a belief that she had left tools forto fight back.

A soft knock at the door broke my focus.

Cin I called, my voice was steadier than I felt.

Evander stepped in, his face looking dull.

His usual charm was absent, replaced by the sharp intensity that had defined him since he started leading missions for me.

He looked like he hadnt slept in days, completely worn out.

I just got word from my team, he said, going straight to the point.

Weve narrowed the Namelesss lair to a region in the Chapter 165 2/7 mountains, but it will take more than just scouting to confirm.

My heart raced at the news but I forced myself to stay calm.

How dangerous are the wards? Evander crossed his arms, leaning against the wall.

Well, my dear, its strong enough to kill anyone who gets too close without the right protection.

The Nameless isnt leaving anything to chance.

Then well need to act quickly, I said, closing the journal and rising to my feet.

We cant let him strengthen those defenses any further.

His expression darkened.

Youre not seriously thinking about going yourself.

I met his gaze.

Of course I am.

Who else would go ? This isnt just about strategy, Evander .

Its about Dane .

If theres even a chance I can weaken the Namelesss hold on him, then so be it ... Dont, he cut in sharply, his voice low.

Dont make this about him.

Not entirely.

I flinched at the edge of his tone but refused to back down.

This is about all of us.

About the pack.

About stopping the Nameless before he destroys everything weve built .

Chapter 165 3/7 But yes, its also about Dane.

Im not going to apologize for that.

Evanders jaw tightened but before he could respond, the door opened again and Trajan entered.

He took one look at us and sighed heavily.

What now? he asked, his voice filled with anxiousness.

Evander has news, I said, stepping back to give him space.

Trajan raised an eyebrow, crossing his arms as he waited.

Evander filled him in on the lairs location, the wards, and the challenges wed face getting close.

By the the finished, Trajans expression had gone from annoyed to dull also.

And wants to go alone, Evander added, his tone biting.

Trajan turned to me, his expression a mix of frustration and concern.

Aurora, no... Absolutely not.

I crossed my arms.

I didnt realize I needed permission.

You dont, he said, his voice softening.

But this isnt like the traps youve set before.

This is the Namelesss stronghold.

If you get caught... He trailed off, his jaw lightening.

Chapter 165 We cant afford to lose you.

4/7 Im not planning on getting caught, I replied, rolling my eyes.

You think thats enough? Trajans voice rose, frustration no over.

You think your plans and your magic and your good intentions are enough to keep you alive against a god? You have no wolf, Aurora.

You cant keep relying on .....

Thats enough, I snapped, my voice cutting through his .

The room fell silent.

I know the risks, I said, my voice steady but firm.

I know what Im walking into.

But I also know whats at stake.

This isnt just about me.

This is about the entire pack, the twins, you, and yes, its about Dane .

So unless you have a better idea, I suggest you stop trying to talkout of it and start figuring out how to make this work.

Trajan stared atfor a long moment, his frustration warring with something else, something deeper. Finally, he exhaled, running a hand through his hair.

Ill go with you, he said at last.

No, I said immediately.

I need you here.

If something happens, the pack needs its Beta.

Chapter 165 Trajans expression hardened.

And the Luna? The Luna will cback, I said, forcing a small smile.

She always does.

It was a lie.

I didnt know if Id cback.

But I couldnt let them see my fear.

Not now.

Evander shifted, breaking the tense silence.

Ill go, he said.

I turned to him, startled.

What? 5/7 You need someone to scout ahead, to check for weak points in the wards, he said.

Im your best option.

Lethandle this.

I hesitated.

Evander was right, he was the most experienced, the most capable.

But the thought of sending him into that danger made my stomach twist.

Are you sure? I asked quietly.

He nodded, his expression resolute.

This is what I do, Aurora.

Letdo it.

I swallowed hard, then nodded.

All right.

But you dont go alone.

Take two of the best with you.

No unnecessary risks.

A ghost of a smile crossed his lips.

When have I ever taken unnecessary risks? Chapter 1651 raised-an m eyebrow! but he was already heading for the door. 6/7 Trajan stayed behind, observing me.

Youre playing with fire, he said quietly.

Well, letgive you a heads up, I know that already I replied.

Do you? His gaze was piercing.

Because if youre wrong, if this goes sideways... well lose more than just Evander .

Youre the glue holding this pack together, Aurora.

Dont forget that.

I looked away, the weight of his words settling heavily on my shoulders.

I wont forget, I said softly.

But as Trajan left the room, I couldnt shake the feeling that was already losing pieces of m myself to the fight.

I turned back to the journal, running my fingers over its worn cover.

My mothers words had guidedthis far.

Maybe they would guidethrough this, too.

As I opened the book and began to read again, a faint wh nt whisper against my mind, a warning, or d perhaps a promise. The Nameless is watching.

I shivered but didnt stop reading.

Chapter 165 I couldnt afford to stop.

7/7 Not now.

Not ever.