Riley – POV
I slowly opened my eyes, squinting as the morning sun blinded me for a few seconds. That’s when I felt it—Alpha Tyler’s hand resting on my waist, holding me close. His soft, raven hair brushed against my cheek, and I had to fight the urge to run my fingers through it. He looked so damn good, it was hard to pull myself away. Get a grip, girl. I told myself, but it was harder than I expected. I couldn’t let myself fall for him, not with everything at stake. One day, he’d find out the truth about who I really am, and when that day came… he’d hate me. That thought hit me hard, sinking deep into my chest. The idea of losing him before I even had him? It hurt more than I wanted to admit.
I slid out of bed carefully, trying not to wake him. Once I was out of the room, I glanced at t
