Chapter 229 AURORA What kind of ritual ? Her smile was unclear .


    Something we will have to prepare for .


    I will tell you in due .


    course .


    By the time the sun had begun to set and was casting a golden glow over the site of the ceremony , everyone was present to rehearse the wedding .


    It was energetic , the air was thick with it but a great deal of order wasnt going around .


    Puppies ran between rows of chairs ; their giggles sliced through sounds of conversation .


    One brave little wolfunched in a pile of flower petals , sending them sailing across the clearing .


    Piper groaned above the noise .


    In the name of the Moon Goddess , would someone handle these puppies ? she called out , looking at Warrick , who was leaning against the flower arrangements , doing absolutely nothing .


    Chapter 229 2/9 Theyre kids , Piper .


    Let them have some fun , Warrick returned with a sluggish smile as he fixed a flower that had slipped from its hook .


    Theyre ruining everything ! she snapped , hips cocked .


    Theyre making it unforgettable , Warrick returned , his smile expanding .


    Dane stepped forward then , ying peacemaker .


    How about I take care of the pups ? he suggested , but just as he took one step forward his boot caught on a misced log .


    He was falling , arms turning like a windmill and then he fell unceremoniously into a stack of chairs .


    A wave ofughter spread through the group , and even Piper cracked a smile .


    If this is the real wedding , no ones ever going to let anyone hear the end of it , I said , shaking my head as I helped Dane to his feet .


    He dusted himself off decidedly more amused than embarrassed .


    Im just testing the strength of our setup .


    You know , quality control ? Piper snickered .


    Uh Huh , Alpha .


    Finally , we concluded with a rehearsal full of mess and added .


    moments of weird and minor arguing .


    Chapter 229 3/9 The space slowly cleared , and there was Piper , moving close to the flowers .


    Warrick came up towards her , slow , cautious ; the weight was on him .


    Hey , he said , the word umonly low .


    Hey , Piper responded , not looking his way .


    I sat in a corner as I watched them keenly .


    So far all the battles we have fought have made me so attentive .


    An uneasy silence fell amongst them , disturbed by nothing but a faint rustle of leaves somewhere far .


    Piper let out a sudden breath , squaring her shoulders .


    I overheard you talking to Trajan .


    Warrick froze , his brow furrowed .


    You … did ? She nodded , finally looking up at him .


    Why do you think youre not good enough for me ? For a moment , Warrick didnt answer .


    His hand reached up lo rub the back of his neck , a nervous gesture that made him look almost boyish .


    Its not that I dont care about you , he said finally , his voice low but steady .


    I do .


    More than I probably should .


    Then whats the problem ? Piper asked , frustration slipping into vulnerability .


    I dont want this to feel … forced , Warrick admitted .


    What if Chapter 229 its just a relic ? What if were not really us ? 4/9 The lines around Pipers face gentled as her anger gave way toprehension .


    You think I havent wondered the same thing ? But the relic didnt make me feel this way , it just magnified what was already there .


    Warricks eyes searched hers for something .


    You really believe that ? I do , she said , sure of her voice .


    And I believe that you do too , in your heart .


    A slow smile widened on Warricks face and for the very first time , Piper smiled back at him .


    Lets get this done with , Warrick said and she nodded at him .


    as they went back to work .


    I smiled to myself .


    It felt nice seeing this spark between them .


    I walked into the pack house and just when I was about to cross a passage , I noticed something with the corner of my eyes .


    I retraced my steps a bit and there he was , Trajan , standing in front of Joclyns quarters , a small carving in his hand .


    ** TRAJAN *** I took a deep breath before 1 knocked on Joclyns door , I tightened my grip on the wolf carving in my hand , my knuckles Chapter 229 nearly turned white .


    I stepped back a bit as my heart raced .


    Why am I feeling this way ? This feeling is strange .


    5/9 I dont feel toofortable around her and when Im away from her I feel even worse … what the fuck do I want ? I licked my bottom lip as I mustered the courage and knocked once again .


    I heard the door unlocking and I knew she wasing , I felt like I should disappear , but at the same time I was dying to see her face .


    The door flung open , Joclyn stepped out with one of her brows raised upon seeing me , You ? I gulped as I noticed her perfectly cut out dentition .


    Her perfectly arched brow crowning herrge hazel eyes .


    I lowered my gaze as I watched her pinkish full lips moving , but I could barely hear what she was saying .


    How would anyone call her an Elder … I know she is a bit older than me … she was probably a teenager of ten when I was born .


    But , age is just a number right ? My heart longs for this woman .


    I stepped up to her , as if being close to her would satisfy the urge building inside of me .


    She arched her brows as she blinked at me .


    Chapter 229 6/9 Trajan ? she called as she ced her hands on my chest .


    As if to stop me from entering her room .


    I froze as I came to my senses .


    I felt my skin burning under her touch .


    I stepped away .


    Elder … I mean , Joclyn … I said andpletely went mute as I gawked at her .


    I am a fool .


    What happened … you are here at this hour , is Aurora fine ? Jocyln asked , worry etched in her tone .


    I shook my head as I raised the carving to her .


    She … Everything is fine … I came , erm … to give you this , I stuttered .


    I cussed under my breath as I realized how silly I was .


    She took it from me as she looked at the carving of a wolf , howling , her expression serious .


    I gulped .


    Doesnt she like it ? Oh my … I love it , she breathed as she raised her gaze and smiled at me , Thank you , Trajan .


    I smiled as the knot in my chest loosened , Im d you do , Joclyn .


    But , why … she asked , as she squinted at me , her eyes not breaking from mine .


    I cleared my throat as I shook my head , Nothing … I mean , you are a beautifuldy , you deserve all the good things in the … my Chapter 229 voice trailed off as she raised a brow at me .


    What am I saying ? I meant to say … ..


    you are good … you do so much for the pack and thats why I thought to give this to you .


    She blinked at me , and nodded , Thats much better … but I really am tired now … good night Trajan .


    7/9 Good … I said , but she entered inside and shut the door before I said , Night .


    I took a deep breath .


    That went well … a bit , I brushed my hand over my hair as I turned to leave .


    *** AURORA *** I quickly ducked behind a door , as he turned and started toe my way .


    I dont want him to know that I was watching them .


    He would feel so embarrassed .


    I came out as he passed and slipped away towards my room .


    I reached my room and took a deep breath before I entered .


    The room was dark , but it felt like I had somepany .


    I walked in and sniffed , but I couldnt seem to know who was here .


    I reached for the light switch and I turned it on .


    I looked around , but couldnt see anyone inside with me .


    I sighed and closed the door .


    Chapter 229 8/9 I think I am just too paranoid these days .


    All is well , now … I should at least let my guard down and enjoy these moments a little bit more … with Dane .


    I smiled as I recalled what happened by theke carlier .


    Naughty boy , I shook my head as I unzipped my dress and let it fall down my body .


    I stepped out of my dress with just my red panties on as I walked into the bathroom .


    I slipped my panties down my leg , and I turned on the shower , the cold water seemed to sizzle on my hot skin , but I knew that was my imagination .


    I am not that hot , only that I felt kinda horny .


    Dane had lit a fire in me by theke , it took everything in me to stop him then .


    I grabbed my boobs and squeezed as I blew out some water from my mouth .


    I reached down and touched my pussy as I rubbed at it and pinched my clit .


    Ahh … Dane … I moaned as I rolled my head back .


    I can help you feel better .


    I froze as I heard the deep voice behind me .


    I was not paranoid .


    Someone was really in here .


    I opened my eyes as I jumped back in shock .