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

Chapter 186 AURORA Oh please , not now , Dane begged within him .

I was trying to communicate with him but its like something happened .

Last I heard from him was a footstep was approaching and his heart was racing more and more with every step .

I just concluded in my mind that anything that wants to happen should happen .

All of a sudden , I didnt hear anything from him again .

Oh , I hope hes fine though .

Was it gone ? I thought .

The frozen metal of the engagement ring still disturbed my skin as I was escorted into the grand hall of the Namelesss stronghold .

Heavy with the darkness , the air was thick and choking .

Ancient runes etched into the walls provided the only illumination , their soft glow casting patterns across the gathered crowd of onlookers that had come to bear witness to this Chapter 186 nonsense of a union .

2/7 My dress felt heavy , its dark fabric laced with the same magic that pulsed through the ring on my finger .

It wasnt a dress , but a shroud , a binding .

Every step I took closer to the throne side felt like a step toward my doom .

Standing at the far end of the hall was Holden , his ceremonial robes showing the ominous decorations of the hall .

There was a gleam in his eye , but it wasnt triumph directed at me .

No , his gaze was fixed on the Nameless , an idiot basking in the approval of his master .

Smile , Aurora , the Namelesss voice coiled around my mind like a serpent .

His shadowy form materialized beside me , his presence sending a chill down my spine .

Let them see your joy .

I forced my lips into a thin , brittle smile , my fists clenched at my sides .

Good , he said .

Play your role well , and perhaps Ill let precious wolves live a little longer .

your My heart twisted , but I managed to keep my expression well hidden .

I did what I was obliged to do for now .

Every moment that I played along was buying time for something .

Danes faint presence in my mind was my anchor , a sign of hope Chapter 186 even in the desolation .

3/7 Im here , Aurora , his voice whispered through the bond .

Stay strong .

I was so glad to hear his voice but no time to ask him what happened .

I just held on to the lifeline it provided .

The Nameless raised a hand and silenced the murmurs within the crowd .

Today , he rumbled , his voice echoing across the hall , we rejoice over a union that will make us stronger over the Broken Ridge Pack and beyond .

The crowd cheered , the sound grating on my ears .

Holden stepped forward , extending a hand to me .

Luna , he said , his voice dripping with false reverence .

I hesitated for a fraction of a second before laying my hand in his .

His handshake was cold , unyielding , and I bit back the urge to pull away .

Play along , I reminded myself .

Just a little longer .

Holden leaned in , his lips brushing against my ear .

Youll come to see this as your rightful place , Aurora .

By my side .

I didnt respond , keeping my gaze fixed ahead .

A Chapter 186 4/7 And then the ceremony started a lot of chants and incantations .

in some language Id never heard .

The weight of the magic in the air grew thicker , crushing against my skin until I could hardly breathe .

My mind was racing , scattered and searching for some break , some weak point in this charade .

Suddenly , a sharp light shot through the bond .

It wasnt painful , but it was enough to make me stagger .

Holdens grip tightened on my hand , his eyes narrowing .

Whats wrong ? he demanded .

Nothing , I lied , steadying myself .

But it wasnt nothing .

It was Dane .

Aurora , his voice came through the bond , stronger than before .

Ive found a way to fight back .

What are you doing ? I thought back , panic threading through my mind .

Trust me .

The bond pulsed again this time with a surge of power .

It wasnt just coming from Dane it was coming from me , too .

The engagement band on my finger started to heat up , the dark runes etched into it flickering crazily .

5/7 Chapter 186 Holdens eyes flicked to the ring .

Whats happening ? I didnt get a chance to reply as the Namelesss voice thundered through the hall , thick with enraged fire .

ENOUGH .

The air around us hissed as the Nameless appeared on the center of the party .

His gold eyes blazed hot as he fixed upon me , then moved to Holden .

Control her , he growled .

But Holden didnt move .

The bond between me and Dane bucked again , and I realized with a jolt that the engagement bond was glowing : Dane was siphoning its power , using it to launch a mental assault on the Nameless .

The crowd exploded into chaos .

Shadows climbed up the walls , frantic , out of control .

Holdens grip on my hand and he stumbled backward , clutching his head .

What are you doing to me ? he screamed , the tone weird .

I didnt say anything .

I couldnt .

All my attention was for the bond , for the power moving between me and Dane .

The Nameless roared , his form shifting and expanding as he fought to regain control .

You think you can defy me , Dane ? You are nothing but a pawn ! 6/7 Chapter 186 But even as he spoke , I could feel the cracks spreading .

The Namelesss hold on the fortress , on the shadows , on us it was weakening .

Holden , the Nameless barked .

Stop her ! Holden launched himself at me , face filled in a rage .

I barely had time to react before a burst of magic exploded from the bond , hurling him backward .

The force of it threw me onto my knees , but I didnt let go of the bond .

Not now .

Not when we were so close .

The Nameless turned to me then , his eyes of gold ablaze with anger .

You dare defy me ? I met his gaze , my chest heaving .

Youll never win , I said , my voice steady despite the chaos erupting everywhere .

His laughter then was cold , cruel .

You really think this changes anything ? You have merely delayed the inevitable .

He raised his hand , and the shadows wrapped around him now coalesced into this huge , writhing form .

I will show you the meaning of despair .

Rrraaaaaa , tskk , tskk said the nameless , I could barely grasp what he was saying but suddenly the ground beneath me shook as the shadows surged forward , devouring everything in their path .

And then , everything went dark .