Blood And Silver:Rise of the Alpha’s Rejected Mate
Chapter 192

Chapter 192 PIPER We cant keep losing like this , Aurora said .

There was a weight upon the air of Broken Ridge , the kind that clung to skin and stirred fear in the lungs .

Wherever I looked , there were wolves in motion , but they moved .

slowly , heads down , spirits beaten down .

The Nameless had left more than a scar than that which seemed superficially apparent on the flesh of our pack .

I stood near the edge of the forest , watching as some of the younger wolves worked to patch up broken defenses .

They avoided my eyes and I knew why .

My connection to Warrick , however strained , had made me suspect .

The crunch of leaves behind had me scared and quickly I already held a dagger in hand .

Warrick stepped out of the darkness , his face pale , his shoulders sagging with exhaustion .

Do you believe me now ? he said , his tone as though he hadnt had water in days .

I narrowed my eyes and kept my dagger raised .

Believe you ? Why would I ? Chapter 192 2/7 His lips twisted weirdly into a worn smile , but it didnt touch his eyes .

Because I put my life on the line for you .

For all of you .

After you betrayed us , I growled , taking a step closer to him .

You made it very clear that you were with the Nameless .

You said it yourself it was just business .

Warrick let out a deep breath , rubbing a hand over his messed up hair .

It was just to deceive him .

A means of making them believe , buying enough time with them so I could help you afterward .

I hissed and shook my head .

Youre full of it .

Youve always been selfish , Warrick .

Why would I think youve suddenly grown a conscience ? He moved in closer to me ; the black eyes locked with mine .

Because I am here , am I not ? Surviving their wrath because of an urge to warn you ! You only survived because you ran ! I hollered now .

His jaw clamped down , and for a second , I wondered if he would snap at me .

Instead , his shoulders loosened , his arms swinging open wide .

You can hate me all you want , Piper .

However , the fact is , I am here , and I can help .

Before I could shoot back another reply , Auroras voice sliced Chapter 192 through the tension .

3/7 Enough ! she said , moving toward us and even Warrick snapped straight at the authority in her tone .

Her eyes flashed bright as she glared between us .

We dont have time for this foolishness .

Dane is still out there , and we need to figure out how to get him back .

Warrick raised an eyebrow , his smile twisting up again .

Danes been captured again ? Shut up before I stab you , Aurora said coldly .

Warrick raised his hands in mock surrender .

Alright , alright , cool it .

No need for violence .

You all should be glad Im here .

I am smart and resourceful and Ill figure something out .

Aurora laughed .

Youre one arrogant bastard , you know that ? Comes with the territory , Warrick said , shrugging .

I couldnt hold back any longer .

Enough with the jokes , Warrick .

If youre here to help , prove it .

Otherwise , get out of our way .

He looked at me , something unreadable flashing in his eyes .

Fine .

Lets go .

I blinked , caught off guard .

What ? You heard me , he said , his voice steady .

Lets go .

Were not Chapter 192 going to find answers sitting around here .

4/7 Aurora stepped one firm step forward .

And exactly where do you think youre going ? Look for help , Warrick said .

Actual help .

You got anything better ? Aurora had looked at me ; now I didnt wait for her approval .

Alright , I said , moving forward .

But that doesnt mean a millimeter of my trust falls in your direction .

Warrick gave an unexcited smile .

Wouldnt really expect much less from you .

We moved into the woods , tension between us as thick as it could be cut .

I kept my dagger close and ready should Warrick so much as blink in the wrong manner .

Always this scared ? he asked after a while , his tone light , with an edge of sharpness underneath .

Only around people I dont trust , was my comeback .

Fair enough , he replied , going back into silence .

These trees now seemed to darken , as if we entered into a forest , contorting into unnatural shapes .

The air was heavy and cold ..

seemed to watch us .

Chapter 192 Do you even know where were going ? I asked after what seemed like several hours of walking .

Not exactly , Warrick said , peering around .

5/7 But Ive heard rumors of a hidden village in these parts .

Exiles , people who managed to escape the Namelesss control .

If anyone can help , its them .

And you didnt think to mention this before ? I snapped , my frustration boiling over .

Would you have believed me ? he shot back .

I said nothing , just kept my eyes on the path ahead .

Then in an instant , Warrick stopped , his hand raised .

Wait .

I stopped , my grip on my dagger tightening .

What ? Listen , he breathed .

At first , I heard nothing but the soft stir of leaves , and then , softly , the murmur of voices .

Warrick nodded for me to follow , creeping forward with caution .

in the direction of the sound .

The voices grew louder ; a sign of firelight filtered between the trees as we approached .

We emerged into a small clearing and found ourselves confronted by a small village , tents and wood structures scattered about , and a group of people standing near the fire , Chapter 192 their faces wary as they turned to look at us .

6/7 Who are you ? one of them demanded , a man with graying hair and a sharp gaze .

Were looking for help , Warrick said , stepping forward .

We mean no harm .

His eyes flashed down .

Help with what ? I stepped a little closer , my tone even .

The Nameless .

Were trying to defeat him , but we need a healer .

Two of our packs are held by his power , and we have no idea how to redeem them .

He did nothing but stand there as the others looked to him for direction .

He looked back at them and then nodded .

Youll want to speak with Lira .

Shes our healer .

He gestured to a small tent on the edges of the clearing and Warrick exchanged a look with me , then headed in that direction .

Inside the tent an older woman , her eyes soft , but her hands cold and worn , looked up from her task .

You seek healing , she said .

Her voice was not loud , but firm .

Yes, I answered immediately .

Two of our packs have been marked by the Nameless .

Can you help them ? Liras face turned serious .

The marks are a curse , bound to his Chapter 192 power .

They will not be easily removed .

Can it be done ? I insisted .

She nodded , slowly , and it can .

But it will come at a cost .

What kind of cost ? Warrick asked fearfully .

Lira didnt answer at once , her gaze going far away .

The kind which will force you to decide what youre ready to give up .

A shiver ran down my spine when she said so .

7/7 We will do whatever it takes , I said , making my resolve harden then and there .

Lira nodded , a faint smile dancing upon her lips .

Then let us begin .