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.

the desk, then pulled a chair from the corner and placed it beside Evander. Taking my hand, he guided me to sit beside my cousin before settling himself into my

chair behind the desk.

were here, Evander,” Dane said casually, leaning

too.”

voice subdued. “Thanks, but I’m not

glanced at me, his questioning gaze lingering. I gave him a slow blink, silently asking him to let it go. He sighed and leaned back, closing his eyes briefly as if to reset

fork, I began eating. Dane watched me for a moment,

much recently.

simply let me be. It made me smile inwardly. He

Evander’s leg gently. When he looked up, I

hesitated, parting his lips to speak, but I handed him. a fork before he could refuse. He sighed, then reluctantly began eating

me

eyes filled with warmth. Through our mind link, I heard

strong.

everyone so well,” Dane

didn’t respond,

our bond deepened. It was as if our souls had become intertwined, making

you, my Luna,” Dane’s voice

his, I smiled softly, my head still bowed over my plate. “I

silence. “Fine,” he said, grabbing

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

winked at me before focusing on his meal, leaving me to shrug at Evander

turned to me with a small smile. “Thanks,

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

about the food.” Taking my hand, he kissed it lightly. “It’s for being an incredible

my lips, unsure how to respond. “I just

you’ll never admit it, but you’re amazing. What

Dane interjected, his tone playful

catching the affectionate smile

and stacking them