Chapter 183 PIPER The forest seemed unnaturally quiet as if even the trees were holding their breath .

My heart beat fast in my chest , a steady drumbeat of caution and determination .

Every rustle of leaves made me flinch , my fingers twitching near the dagger Id strapped to my side .

Aurora was like a thin string pulling me onward .

I did not know in which direction I was going , but something made me feel I was close to finding it and I needed to be .

Moonlight filtered between the tree branches , casting patches on the forest floor that seemed to take fantastic shapes .

I stepped over a bent root , peering closely at every shadow .

Half my mind was with Aurora ; half of it was with Warrick .

Warrick .

Oh , Warrick .

Just the mention of him made me feel like vomiting .

I couldnt think about him now .

I took another careful step forward and felt the hair on my neck shoot to attention .

I wasnt alone .

Quickly I pulled the dagger out and held it defensively in front of me and I looked up to see Warrick , I staggered back a bit .

Chapter 183 Warrick , I breathed .

2/6 He stood a few steps away , leaning easily against a tree , as though hed been waiting for me .

His tall body was in shadow , but the shine of his dark eyes was clear .

Hello to you too , Piper , he said smoothly , his voice annoyingly calm .

What are you doing here ? I asked firmly , my grasp on the dagger tighter .

He smiled as he drew closer , his movements cautious but not threatening .

I think you want to find Aurora , just like I do .

I squinted , keeping my blade raised .

Why would you want to find Aurora ? Shes the Luna of Broken Ridge , right ? he asked , cocking his head .

Her being found is important to all of us .

Or did you forget that ? I dont believe you , I snapped .

You only do things that benefit you .

So what is your real reason ? Warricks smile vanished , and for a moment , he looked Believe what you want , Piper , but I have my reasons .

And they angry .

are not for you to know .

Youre right , I said , anger growing .

They arent .

Because I dont need your help .

I began to walk away , but his voice stopped me .

3/6 Chapter 183 Youre walking right into trouble , he said , sounding serious .

Do you really know what youre up against ? I turned back to look at him , feeling angry .

Dont act like you care .

Youre only here because you think you can benefit from this .

He shrugged and crossed his arms .noveldrama

Maybe I can .

But that doesnt mean Im wrong .

I thought for a moment .

His words hit home , even though I knew better .

Warrick was clever and selfish , but he wasnt stupid .

If he was warning me , it meant he knew something I didnt .

What do you know ? I asked carefully .

He moved closer , and I couldnt understand what was going through his mind .

The Nameless is not some random enemy , he thinks and then acts with a plan in his mind .

If you go on your own , youve got no chance .

Just like Aurora .

Finally , the mention of Aurora had my heart aching .

I could have argued that he was wrong , but somewhere deeper inside , I knew his words were right .

What am I supposed to do then? I asked looking tired already .

An alliance , he said straightforwardly .

4/6 Chapter 183 I laughed rudely .

You think I will trust you ? No , he said smiling , taking me by surprise .

But you have no choice .

Youre in too deep , Piper .

And like it or not , I can help you .

I stared hard at him , trying to catch a glimpse of a lie .

Warrick had always been able to take people in , but there was something about him that seemed a little off this time .

Perhaps a sign of truthfulness .

Or maybe he was just in some kind of a spell .

Okay , I said with deliberation .

But lets get one thing straight , I dont trust you .

You slip up once , Ill kill you myself .

His smile was back , but this time , it wasnt humorous .

Thats fair .

We continued walking in the forest together , but I kept my distance from him .

For someone who could be so annoying , Warrick was quiet ; his footsteps were nearly silent against the earth , Why are you here , Warrick ? I asked after a while because I couldnt stand the silence anymore .

He looked at me , and I had no idea what he was thinking .

I told you , Im looking for Aurora .

For your gain , I pressed .

5/6 Chapter 183 He didnt deny it .

Maybe .

But that doesnt mean I want to see her dead .

Or you , for that matter .

I scoffed .

How noble of you .

He suddenly stopped and raised a hand to quiet me .

His eyes looked ahead to the darkness , his body tense .

What ? I whispered , clenching my dagger tightly .

Somethings watching us , he whispered .

I tried to see what he did as my heart started beating fast .

The trees felt as though they moved around us , the darkness looking somewhat different from what they truly were .

We need to go , Warrick whispered , his tone low and urgent .

For once , I did not argue .

We did walk a little faster while every single sound of leaves and breaking twigs seemed to fill me with more fear .

As I walked , I couldnt help feeling that Warrick was keeping something from me .

He kept scanning around and looked really nervous .

You know more than youre telling , I whispered .

He didnt answer immediately , his gaze cast down the path before him .

Chapter 183 6/6 Finally , he said , I know enough to keep us safe .

Isnt that good enough for you ? No.

I said firmly .

If we are going to do this , I need to know the truth .

Warrick was hesitating , his face turned to me with worry on his features .

The truth , Piper , is you dont know what youre up against .

Not only does the Nameless pose a threat to Aurora , but he threatens us all .

He will destroy everything we love if we dont put a stop to him .

His words made me feel scared , but I wouldnt let him see my fear .

Then why are you really here , Warrick ? What do you get from this ? He fell silent , his jaw getting tight .

Redemption .