Blood And Silver:Rise of the Alpha’s Rejected Mate
Chapter 229

Chapter 229 AURORA What kind of ritual ? Her smile was unclear .

Something we will have to prepare for .

I will tell you in due .

course .

By the time the sun had begun to set and was casting a golden glow over the site of the ceremony , everyone was present to rehearse the wedding .

It was energetic , the air was thick with it but a great deal of order wasnt going around .

Puppies ran between rows of chairs ; their giggles sliced through sounds of conversation .

One brave little wolf launched in a pile of flower petals , sending them sailing across the clearing .

Piper groaned above the noise .

In the name of the Moon Goddess , would someone handle these puppies ? she called out , looking at Warrick , who was leaning against the flower arrangements , doing absolutely nothing .

Chapter 229 2/9 Theyre kids , Piper .

Let them have some fun , Warrick returned with a sluggish smile as he fixed a flower that had slipped from its hook .

Theyre ruining everything ! she snapped , hips cocked .

Theyre making it unforgettable , Warrick returned , his smile expanding .

Dane stepped forward then , playing peacemaker .

How about I take care of the pups ? he suggested , but just as he took one step forward his boot caught on a misplaced log .

He was falling , arms turning like a windmill and then he fell unceremoniously into a stack of chairs .

A wave of laughter spread through the group , and even Piper cracked a smile .

If this is the real wedding , no ones ever going to let anyone hear the end of it , I said , shaking my head as I helped Dane to his feet .

He dusted himself off decidedly more amused than embarrassed .

Im just testing the strength of our setup .

You know , quality control ? Piper snickered .

Uh Huh , Alpha .

Finally , we concluded with a rehearsal full of mess and added .

moments of weird and minor arguing .

Chapter 229 3/9 The space slowly cleared , and there was Piper , moving close to the flowers .

Warrick came up towards her , slow , cautious ; the weight was on him .

Hey , he said , the word uncommonly low .

Hey , Piper responded , not looking his way .

I sat in a corner as I watched them keenly .

So far all the battles we have fought have made me so attentive .

An uneasy silence fell amongst them , disturbed by nothing but a faint rustle of leaves somewhere far .

Piper let out a sudden breath , squaring her shoulders .

I overheard you talking to Trajan .

Warrick froze , his brow furrowed .

You … did ? She nodded , finally looking up at him .

Why do you think youre not good enough for me ? For a moment , Warrick didnt answer .

His hand reached up lo rub the back of his neck , a nervous gesture that made him look almost boyish .

Its not that I dont care about you , he said finally , his voice low but steady .

I do .

More than I probably should .

Then whats the problem ? Piper asked , frustration slipping into vulnerability .

I dont want this to feel … forced , Warrick admitted .

What if Chapter 229 its just a relic ? What if were not really us ? 4/9 The lines around Pipers face gentled as her anger gave way to comprehension .

You think I havent wondered the same thing ? But the relic didnt make me feel this way , it just magnified what was already there .

Warricks eyes searched hers for something .

You really believe that ? I do , she said , sure of her voice .

And I believe that you do too , in your heart .

A slow smile widened on Warricks face and for the very first time , Piper smiled back at him .

Lets get this done with , Warrick said and she nodded at him .

as they went back to work .

I smiled to myself .

It felt nice seeing this spark between them .

I walked into the pack house and just when I was about to cross a passage , I noticed something with the corner of my eyes .

I retraced my steps a bit and there he was , Trajan , standing in front of Joclyns quarters , a small carving in his hand .

** TRAJAN *** I took a deep breath before 1 knocked on Joclyns door , I tightened my grip on the wolf carving in my hand , my knuckles Chapter 229 nearly turned white .

I stepped back a bit as my heart raced .

Why am I feeling this way ? This feeling is strange .

5/9 I dont feel too comfortable around her and when Im away from her I feel even worse … what the fuck do I want ? I licked my bottom lip as I mustered the courage and knocked once again .

I heard the door unlocking and I knew she was coming , I felt like I should disappear , but at the same time I was dying to see her face .

The door flung open , Joclyn stepped out with one of her brows raised upon seeing me , You ? I gulped as I noticed her perfectly cut out dentition .

Her perfectly arched brow crowning her large hazel eyes .

I lowered my gaze as I watched her pinkish full lips moving , but I could barely hear what she was saying .

How would anyone call her an Elder … I know she is a bit older than me … she was probably a teenager of ten when I was born .

But , age is just a number right ? My heart longs for this woman .

I stepped up to her , as if being close to her would satisfy the urge building inside of me .

She arched her brows as she blinked at me .

Chapter 229 6/9 Trajan ? she called as she placed her hands on my chest .

As if to stop me from entering her room .

I froze as I came to my senses .

I felt my skin burning under her touch .

I stepped away .

Elder … I mean , Joclyn … I said and completely went mute as I gawked at her .

I am a fool .

What happened … you are here at this hour , is Aurora fine ? Jocyln asked , worry etched in her tone .

I shook my head as I raised the carving to her .

She … Everything is fine … I came , erm … to give you this , I stuttered .

I cussed under my breath as I realized how silly I was .

She took it from me as she looked at the carving of a wolf , howling , her expression serious .

I gulped .

Doesnt she like it ? Oh my … I love it , she breathed as she raised her gaze and smiled at me , Thank you , Trajan .

I smiled as the knot in my chest loosened , Im glad you do , Joclyn .

But , why … she asked , as she squinted at me , her eyes not breaking from mine .

I cleared my throat as I shook my head , Nothing … I mean , you are a beautiful lady , you deserve all the good things in the … my Chapter 229 voice trailed off as she raised a brow at me .

What am I saying ? I meant to say … ..

you are good … you do so much for the pack and thats why I thought to give this to you .

She blinked at me , and nodded , Thats much better … but I really am tired now … good night Trajan .

7/9 Good … I said , but she entered inside and shut the door before I said , Night .

I took a deep breath .

That went well … a bit , I brushed my hand over my hair as I turned to leave .

*** AURORA *** I quickly ducked behind a door , as he turned and started to come my way .

I dont want him to know that I was watching them .

He would feel so embarrassed .

I came out as he passed and slipped away towards my room .

I reached my room and took a deep breath before I entered .

The room was dark , but it felt like I had some company .

I walked in and sniffed , but I couldnt seem to know who was here .

I reached for the light switch and I turned it on .

I looked around , but couldnt see anyone inside with me .

I sighed and closed the door .

Chapter 229 8/9 I think I am just too paranoid these days .

All is well , now … I should at least let my guard down and enjoy these moments a little bit more … with Dane .

I smiled as I recalled what happened by the lake carlier .

Naughty boy , I shook my head as I unzipped my dress and let it fall down my body .

I stepped out of my dress with just my red panties on as I walked into the bathroom .

I slipped my panties down my leg , and I turned on the shower , the cold water seemed to sizzle on my hot skin , but I knew that was my imagination .

I am not that hot , only that I felt kinda horny .

Dane had lit a fire in me by the lake , it took everything in me to stop him then .

I grabbed my boobs and squeezed as I blew out some water from my mouth .

I reached down and touched my pussy as I rubbed at it and pinched my clit .

Ahh … Dane … I moaned as I rolled my head back .

I can help you feel better .

I froze as I heard the deep voice behind me .

I was not paranoid .

Someone was really in here .

I opened my eyes as I jumped back in shock .