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.

Evander. Taking my hand, he guided me to sit beside my cousin

chair behind the desk.

you were here, Evander,” Dane said casually, leaning back in the chair. “I would’ve brought something for

too.”

head slightly, his voice subdued. “Thanks, but I’m

asking him to let it go. He sighed and leaned back, closing his

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

much recently. In the past,

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

I gestured to the food. “Come on, let’s eat

handed him. a fork before he could refuse. He sighed, then reluctantly began eating in small

me

at his eyes filled with warmth. Through our mind

strong.

everyone so well,”

but didn’t respond, focusing

our bond deepened. It was as if our

Luna,” Dane’s

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

he said, grabbing his fork with exaggerated

by the sudden outburst. I

before focusing on his meal, leaving me to shrug

finished the meal, and Evander turned

is for everyone. Why

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

pursed my lips, unsure how to respond. “I just told

but you’re amazing. What would I do without

interjected, his tone playful yet

turned to him, catching the affectionate smile on his

began gathering the empty plates and stacking them on the