Destined

Chapter 21

Day Four

ADARA

I woke in the morning frozen in place as I realized I was so warm and cozy because Ryder was cuddled up next to me, his arm around my waist.

I laid there, trying to find a way to get up but every time I tried it would make him shift in his sleep. I slowly rolled over so that I was facing him. I looked up at his face to see he was wide awake. "I... you-" I stuttered.

Ryder laughed, "It was entertaining watching you struggle."

I punched him, "You're the worst."

He closed his eyes and cuddled up closer, "Am I though?"

I glared at him, "Yes. One hundred percent, the worst."

He looked up at me with fake sadness, "Ouch."

"I was trying so hard to find a way to get up without waking you, and you were awake the whole time. You're not allowed in the bed anymore," I teased.

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