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

Chapter 364

I picked up the photo from the desk, staring at Piper’s youthful, radiant face. A sigh escaped my lips as I placed it into an open drawer and turned the key to lock it away.

“Evander, this is the right thing to do,” I said softly.

I walked around the desk and sat on its edge, just beside him. His head remained down, and his shoulders trembled as he cried quietly.

I had never seen him cry before. Evander, who always seemed so composed and strong, now looked completely shattered. His love for Piper ran deeper than I’d ever imagined.

“You don’t have to forget her completely,” I said, my voice gentle. “Instead, try to see her as someone special–a dear friend you would have loved to share your life with, but circumstances made it impossible.”

My words seemed to cut deeper. His shoulders shook harder as silent sobs wracked his body. I decided to let the silence stretch, offering comfort by gently rubbing his back.

“Aurora,” he finally whispered, lifting his head. His eyes were red and puffy, though he’d clearly tried to wipe the tears away. “I still want her heart, but since I can’t have that, can I at least

ask for her forgiveness?”

I nodded, offering him an encouraging smile. “Of course,

Evander. I’m sure Piper will forgive you if you ask her sincerely. But…”

His brows furrowed, and he leaned forward slightly. “But what?”

I hesitated for a moment, choosing my words carefully. “I think you’ll also need to apologize to Warrick.”

Evander’s shoulders slumped as he stared into the distance, lost in thought. “If that’s what it takes to be in her good books,” he said after a long pause, “then I’ll do it.”

I smiled and gave his back another reassuring pat. His lips curved into a faint smile, though I couldn’t tell if it was genuine or just for show.

Suddenly, the door to my office swung open with a bang. Dane stood in the doorway, a tray of food and water balanced in his hands. His raised foot explained the dramatic entrance–he must’ve kicked the door open.

“Be, I’m here!” he declared with a wide grin. But as his gaze fe on Evander, his smile faded, and his expression turned neutral. He walked into the room without a word.

corner and placed it beside Evander. Taking my hand,

chair behind the desk.

Dane said casually, leaning back in

too.”

voice

silently asking him to let it go.

served me a plate of food, pushing it toward me before preparing his own. Picking up a spoon and fork, I began eating. Dane watched me for a moment, his silent trust evident. He didn’t question me or fuss, which warmed my

trust had grown so much recently.

now he simply let me be. It made me smile inwardly. He was becoming the man I’d always

I gestured

parting his lips to speak, but I handed him. a fork before

me

Dane, I found him smiling at his eyes filled with

strong.

so well,” Dane said to

respond,

mind link had strengthened significantly as our bond deepened. It was as

Luna,” Dane’s voice came

over my plate. “I love you too. Now, eat,

chuckled aloud, breaking the silence. “Fine,” he said, grabbing

with a raised brow, confused by the sudden outburst. I stared at

on his meal, leaving

turned to

replied. “The food is for everyone. Why are you

head. “It’s not about the food.” Taking my hand, he kissed it lightly. “It’s for being an incredible cousin. You’ve knocked some

to respond. “I just told you the

it, but you’re amazing. What would

Dane interjected, his tone playful yet

catching the affectionate

my head, I began gathering the empty plates and stacking them on the tray. “Flattery will