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

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 for me to fight back .

A soft knock at the door broke my focus .

Come in 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 time he 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 talk me out of it and start figuring out how to make this work .

Trajan stared at me for 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 come back , I said , forcing a small smile .

She always does .

It was a lie .

I didnt know if Id come back .

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 .

Let me handle 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 .

Let me do 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 165 I raised an eyebrow , but he was already heading for the door .

6/7 Trajan stayed behind , observing me .

Youre playing with fire , he said quietly .

Well , let me give 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 I was already losing pieces of myself to the fight .

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

My mothers words had guided me this far .

Maybe they would guide me through this , too .

As I opened the book and began to read again , a faint whisper brushed against my mind , a warning , or 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 .