novelxo Chapter 170
Chapter 170 1/6 AURORA Evelyn and I made it to the pack house and a chill breeze crossed the air .
Dane was everywhere in my mind .
His voice echoed in my head , the look in his eyes seemed to be tattooed at the back of my mind .
I could almost see him standing in the shadows bracing himself against them so that we could leave .
He let us leave free .
Id seen something in his eyes , a fracture in the darkness , a glimmer of the man Id once loved .
The man I loved touching , feeling , hugging , kissing .
That was enough to make me sure that I hadnt been wrong about him .
Go , get some rest , Evelyn said as we stepped into the hallway .
There was a clip in her tone , but the exhaustion in her eyes softened her words .
I nodded , though I knew very well that I was not going to sleep .
While Evelyn walked to her room , my feet began moving automatically toward the little sitting room where comfort could be found during down times .
The fire had burned down to glowing embers , and the room was Chapter 170 in shadow , I sank into the armchair by the fireplace , my eyes .
fixed on the red glowing coals .
2/6 The pearl pendant lay heavily against my chest , its gentle clink.ag was a constant reminder of both its power and its cost .
I didnt have much time to sit in silence .
A knock at the door caught me off guard .
Come in , I called , adjusting my position in the chair .
The door creaked open and Trajan stood in the doorway .
His face was somber , his dark eyes full of unspoken questions .
You left , he said , an edge of anger chafing at his words .
I let out a resigned sigh .
I couldnt wait .
His lips were pursed as he walked closer .
Evelyn told me what happened .
You went into the lair alone , Aurora .
Do you know how dangerous that was ? I wasnt alone , I said , trying to keep my cool .
Thats not the point , he snapped , clearly irritated .
If Dane had let you in , you could be dead .
Or worse .
I had to try , I said , rising to meet his gaze .
Trajan , I saw him , The real Dane .
Hes still in there .
For a moment , Trajans face softened , before he shook his head .
And what if youre wrong ? What if next time the Nameless doesnt allow you to escape ? Chapter 170 Im not wrong , I replied with certainty .
I cant be .
Not about this .
He stared at me for a long time , his jaw clenched tightly .
Finally , he blew out a deep breath and ran his hand through his hair .
Whats your plan ? Because whatever youre doing , its not just saving Dane anymore .
The Nameless is getting stronger , and we need to do something .
I know , I said softly .
Which is why Im going to talk to him .
Trajans eyes went wide in surprise .
Speak with him ? With Dane ? Yes , I said , my voice shaking slightly .
He knows things about the Nameless , his plans , and his weaknesses .
If theres any chance hell share that with me , we have to take it .
What ? Trajan asked as his jaw dropped , his eyes searching mine as if he couldnt believe what I just said .
I shrugged at him .
Trajan swallowed and shook his head .
Do you think hell help you ? he asked with a frown , unconvinced .
I believe hell do anything to protect our children , I said .
Even if it means going against the Nameless .
Trajans frown deepened , but he didnt argue anymore .
Chapter 170 4/6 With a hint of reluctance , he nodded .
If this is what you want , then I have no other choice but to support you , because I couldnt risk letting you sneak there alone again … but , promise .
me you will be more careful from now on .
I will , I said , though I knew that was a lic .
I am sorry , Trajan , I have to do this alone .
He turned and left me then , and I dropped back onto the chair , thinking fast .
If I could get Dane to talk , everything could change , but it was a gamble .
A big one .
I think I should talk to him , today itself .
I looked out the window and it was almost dawn , I got up and like a mindless fool , I made my way out of the pack house , even though this felt like a suicide mission , I had to do it , I was chosen for a reason , I guess .
I made my way back along my route to the border of Nameless territory .
It wasnt long before I got company .
Dane emerged from the darkness like he was expecting me .
His eyes glowed in the moonlight , their golden rings shining , and he seemed as strong as ever .
Aurora , he said , his voice low .
Dane , I replied , trying my best to sound composed .
He looked at me for a moment , his face indifferent .
I told you , you shouldnt be here .
Chapter 170 I need to talk to you , I persisted , closing the distance between us a little more .
His jaw hardened .
About what ? The Nameless , I told him .
I need to know what hes planning .
Danes eyes narrowed and the darkness wrapping around him tugged and shifted in a silent current .
And you think Ill tell you ? I think you will , I said , holding his gaze .
For them .
For one brief moment , his face slipped and a hairline fracture appeared in the concrete of his calm .
Them ? Our children , I whispered .
Tristan and Seraphina .
They need .
you , Dane .
They need their father .
He turned his head , his jaw clenched .
The darkness around him seemed at a loss , not knowing how to fill in .
You dont understand , he said finally .
The Nameless … hes not just a god .
Hes a force .
A storm .
You cant stop him .
I can try , I said .
But I need your help .
Dane looked into my eyes again , and for a moment , I thought he might say no .
But then he sighed , and the stiffness in his shoulders eased a fraction .
There is a relic , he whispered .
It gives him power .
If you can Chapter 170 6/6 destroy it … His voice trailed off , and he shook his head .
But its not easy .
He is bound to it , yet so am I.
If you destroy it , you will also destroy me .
My heart clenched at his words , though I didnt let it show .
Then well find another way , I declared with conviction .
Danes face relaxed , and there was almost a glimmer of hope .
Youve always been stubborn .
I gave him a slight smile .
And you always liked that about me .
There was a moment when it felt like the weight of everything had been released .
But then , the darkness moving along the floor around Dane changed , and his eyes became serious .
You need to go , he pressed , the gravity of his tone now different .
If he finds out that we spoke … I will go , I said .
But I shall return .
Aurora … leave now , he growled through gritted teeth as he balled his fist and closed his eyes .
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