Blood And Silver:Rise of the Alpha’s Rejected Mate
Chapter 221

Chapter 221 TRAJAN The forest closed in around us , the mist curling like living tendrils through the ancient trees .

The air was thick , heavy with the scent of damp earth and something sharper , darker .

It clung to my skin , making each breath feel like a struggle .

Aurora walked ahead of me , her shoulders squared , her pendant pulsing faintly against her chest .

The groves faint glow shone in the distance , its light barely cutting through the suffocating fog .

Are you sure about this ? I asked , my voice low but steady .

She glanced back , her eyes hard .

We dont have a choice , Trajan .

If we dont stop Idris now , everything weve fought for will mean nothing .

I nodded , gripping the hilt of my blade tightly .

The weight of her words sat heavily on my shoulders .

When we reached the clearing , Idris was already waiting .

He stood at the center , his tall frame silhouetted by the eerie green light that pulsed through the mist .

The Forgotten formed a loose circle around him , their eyes Chapter 221 2/8 glowing faintly , their presence an oppressive force that seemed to press against my chest .

You cannot stop us , Idris sneered , his voice cutting through .

the stillness .

The grove belongs to us .

It always has .

Aurora stepped forward , her voice steady despite the tension in the air .

The grove belongs to no one , she said firmly .

Its time for this to end .

Idris chuckled , a low , cold sound that sent a shiver down my spine .

You think you can stand against us ? Youre just a shadow .

of Kaels bloodline , clinging to a legacy you dont understand .

Aurora didnt flinch .

Instead , she reached for her pendant , her fingers wrapping around it tightly .

The faint glow intensified , spilling light into the clearing .

The air seemed to shift , the mist recoiling slightly as if afraid of the energy emanating from her .

With a deep breath , she raised her hand , and the pendants light expanded , forming a shielding barrier between us and the Forgotten .

The barrier pulsed with a rhythmic energy , like a heartbeat , its light pushing back the oppressive darkness .

The Forgotten hissed , their forms flickering as they stepped away from its edge .

Idriss smile faltered , but his eyes burned brighter .

You think this will save you ? he snarled , stepping closer to the barrier .

Auroras voice remained steady .

Its not about saving us .

Its about saving the grove .

Chapter 221 While Aurora held the barrier , I stepped forward , my heart pounding .

My grip on the blade tightened as I faced Idris directly .

Youve already lost , I said , my voice louder than I expected .

Look around you .

This … this cycle of vengeance ends here .

3/8 Idriss eyes narrowed , his expression twisting into a snarl .

You know nothing of what weve suffered , he spat .

Youre right , I said , my tone softer .

I dont .

But I know that clinging to pain and anger wont bring you peace .

It wont undo whats been done .

For a moment , something shifted in his gaze .

The anger didnt disappear , but it wavered , like a flame caught in a sudden gust .

of wind .

Behind me , the grove began to glow brighter , its light cutting through the mist .

The energy rippling from the barrier seemed to resonate with the grove , the two forces combining into a single , radiant pulse .

The light grew so intense that I had to shield my eyes .

When I lowered my arm , the mist was dissolving , retreating like darkness before dawn .

The Forgotten staggered , their forms flickering as if struggling to stay solid .

Idris turned to the grove , his expression a mix of fury and desperation .

Chapter 221 4/8 Aurora rushed toward the grove and placed her hand on the heart , she moved her lips as she closed her eyes , her other hand on her pendant , and it started to glow .

The groves light became so bright , I had to squint .

It was affecting the forgotten , as they broke their hand chain and fell on their knees .

They held their chest , groaning in pain .

What is Aurora doing ? I asked out loud .

Stop that !! Idris growled as he staggered back , he gritted his teeth and his nostril flared as he tried to hide his pain but I could sense it .

I dont know what Aurora was doing , but it was working .

Aurora ? Dane called and I looked at her to see her on her knees .

She is giving her energy to the Grove , to help it fight against the forgotten … and that could … Kill her , I shouted and I rushed to Aurora , Luna , please … A loud growl cut me off , and I turned to see the mist had disappeared and so was the Forgottens and Idris .

Aurora slumped to the ground , and before I could get to her , Dane already reached her , he shielded her head as he sat on the ground next to her .

My gaze darted toward the grove .

The faint glow remained , but it was different now , calmer , more subdued .

Chapter 221 Aurora stirred in his arms , her breathing shallow but steady .

The grove … she murmured .

Its safe , I said , though the unease in my chest told me this wasnt the end .

5/8 We stayed there for a moment , the silence of the forest settling around us .

But even as the light of the grove brought a sense of peace , I couldnt shake the feeling that Idriss words were more than just a threat .

Danes eyes stayed on mine , searching for something reassurance , maybe , or an explanation I didnt have .

The faint glow of the grove cast long , soft darkness across the ground , its once vibrant energy now subdued , almost shy .

Aurora stirred again as I touched her hand to check her pulse , her fingers weakly curling against my arm .

Its … quiet , she whispered , her voice a thread of sound .

It is , I replied , though the stillness didnt feel like peace .

It felt like a heavy pause before a storm .

Danes brow furrowed .

We need to get her back to the packhouse , he said .

She needs rest .

I will carry her .

Dane was about to protest then I continued , You should be on guard .

Chapter 221 He nodded and I took her into my arms , shifting her weight .

carefully .

She felt lighter than she should have , like the event had taken a lot from her .

6/8 As I stood , I caught movement out of the corner of my eye .

My head snapped toward the grove , but there was nothing there .

Did you see that ? I asked , my voice low .

Dane followed my gaze , his hand instinctively moving to the hilt of his blade .

See what ? I hesitated , scanning the groves edge .

The darkness seemed .

deeper now , darker in a way that didnt make sense with the soft light around us .

I thought … never mind , I said , though the unease in my chest grew heavier .

We started back toward the packhouse , the forest unnervingly silent .

Even the usual nighttime sounds , crickets , rustling leaves were absent .

The only sound was Auroras soft breathing and the crunch of our footsteps against the damp earth .

Dane walked ahead , his shoulders tense , his hand never leaving his blade .

We need answers , he muttered , more to himself than to me .

I glanced back at the grove one last time , its faint glow barely Chapter 221 visible through the trees .

The wind shifted , carrying with it a whisper so faint I almost missed it .

This isnt over , it said , the words curling in the back of my mind like smoke .

7/8 When we reached the packhouse , the tension inside was palpable , werewolf clustered in groups, their eyes darting toward the windows as though expecting the fog to return at any moment .

Warrick was the first to approach , his usual grin replaced with a worried scowl .

What happened ? he asked , his gaze flicking to Aurora .

She pushed too hard , Dane said , his tone clipped .

But the groves safe .

For now .

Warrick nodded , though the unease in his expression didnt fade .

And Idris ? Gone I said , lowering Aurora onto a nearby couch .

But he made it clear this isnt the end .

The room fell silent , the weight of my words settling over everyone .

Auroras breathing grew steadier , her face relaxing as if the groves energy was finally letting her rest .

But as I looked at her , I couldnt shake the image of Idriss blazing eyes , his voice still echoing in my mind .

8/8 Chapter 221 The faint whisper returned once more : Only the beginning …