Blood And Silver:Rise of the Alpha’s Rejected Mate
Chapter 227

Chapter 227 AURORA I woke to the sound of excited chatter just outside my window .

The sun was soft streaming through the curtains , but beyond the walls , it was anything but .

Voices overlapped in a symphony of plans , ideas , and laughter .

Before I could even sit up , the door burst open .

Piper stormed in , a roll of fabric clutched in her arms , her face alight with determination .

Were doing this right , Aurora ! she said , radiant , triumphant .

Your wedding is going to be the event of the decade .

I blinked , still dozing Good morning to you too , Piper .

She ignored my sarcasm completely , unrolling the fabric with a flourish .

It shined in the sunlight , a pale silver that reminded me of the groves glow .

Look at this ! she exclaimed , holding it against me .

Joclyn said its perfect for your dress .

We will start fittings tomorrow .

Day went into serious activity as the pack dove headlong with élan not seen in ages , in preparation for this occasion .

The air was thick with wolves darting across the village , the Chapter 227 sounds of rising talks , murmurs of their labors .

2/6 Piper took charge of decorations , her voice cutting through the chaos as she directed wolves to hang garlands of wildflowers and string lights between the trees .

Warrick , thats the wrong branch ! she called , exasperated as he tried to secure a lantern too high for its own good .

Im doing my best here , Piper ! he shot back , balancing on the tips of his toes .

Your best needs to be better , she snapped , hand on her hips .

Despite how much they argued , there was a spark flying between them no one could ignore .

Warrick might grumble under his breath , but he always did what Piper asked , even when it meant moving armfuls of supplies across the clearing .

Meanwhile , Dane and Trajan were similarly occupied , ensuring the initiation site was neat and perfect , scrubbing the debris clean and leveling it off around the circumference of the copse .

This is where it would be , said Dane , washing off his hands then stepping back , eyes surveying the result .

Its still , peaceful .

Perfect for something new to be born from .

More than anything , those words meant something from Trajan .

Chapter 227 3/6 His approval meant so much , so very much , considering just how much experience he had and how respected he was within the pack .

Later in the day , I sat in Joclyns workroom with her as she stitched my ceremonial robes , hands flying across the fabric that Piper had brought .

This was a sacred moment , Aurora , she said in a hushed , reverential tone .

Your union with Dane is not just the joining of two wolves , but it is a sign of hope to be held by the entire pack .

I nodded and went on to watch her weave patterns in the cloth .

I just want it to feel right , I said , after everything we have been through .

I want this to be a peaceful moment .

It will be , she said in that low intense tone of voice , eyes locked on mine .

Believe it .

Of course , not all was sweet .

As the day wore on , Pipers emotions turned beneath her surface .

I noticed the way her eyes lingered on Warrick when she thought no one was looking , the way her smile changed whenever Alina , one of the younger wolves flirts openly with him .

By the time we got together for a rehearsal near the ceremony site , shed reached a full boil .

Chapter 227 4/6 You could at least pretend not to enjoy her attention , Piper snapped , crossing her arms as Warrick fumbled with a stack of chairs .

Warrick looked genuinely confused .

What are you talking about ? You know perfectly well what I am on about ! she shot back , her voice rising .

The rest of us looked at each other uneasily , not quite knowing whether to interfere or leave them to it .

Piper , can we not do this right now ? Warrick said , stress creeping into his voice .

Weve got enough to handle without you picking fights .

She fell , the anger draining away as quick as it had come , before she turned and walked away without another word , leaving Warrick standing , his shoulders dropping .

Later that night , I found Piper sitting alone , knees to her chest , near the edge of the grove .

Moonlight filtered down gently , but her features were lined with doubt .

Mind if I join you ? I said , dropping onto the grass beside her .

She shook her head , and her gaze drifted off .

Wanna talk ? I asked low .

Chapter 227 5/6 She wavered for a second before heaving a long sigh .

I do not know what Im doing , Aurora .

This bond .

Its so strong , and it freaks me out .

I dont even know if Warrick feels the same way .

I laid an assuring hand on her arm .

Bonds can get messy , I said .

Theyre never ever clear , sometimes .

But feelings like yours grow , Piper .

Give them time .

Her eyes sparkled with tears that refused to fall .

What if I am just imagining all this ? What if he doesnt want it? I smiled wryly .

Warrick cares about you more than he lets on .

Youve just got to trust that he will figure it out in his own time .

The packhouse was quiet by the time I got back , most wolves already retired to bed .

I passed Dane in the hallway , the tired smile lighting his face .

Long day ? he said , tugging me into a quick hug .

Very , I said , leaning my head against his chest .

But a good .

one .

We stood like that for a moment , the silence between ust companionable and light .

As the night wore on , Pipers feet carried her toward the training grounds .

She wasnt certain what it was that pulled her there to clear her mind , perhaps , or maybe just in the hopes that Warrick might be there .

Chapter 227 And he was .

He stood near the edge of the clearing , his back to her as he spoke quietly with Trajan .

She stayed hidden in the darkness , her heart pounding as she heard his words .

6/6 I dont think Im the kind of wolf Piper deserves , Warrick said , his voice heavy with doubt .

Shes strong , focused .

Im just … me .

Trajans response was too quiet for Piper to hear , but Warrick nodded slowly , his shoulders tense .

Pipers breath caught , and her emotions went to war inside her .

She wanted to step forward to tell him how wrong he was but her feet seemed stuck to the floor .