(Ryker's POV)
It wasn't the scent that I came to know and love that woke me up, it sure as f**k wasn't the dip in the bed as Elias got in next to me. It was the way he wrapped his arms around my waist, his head resting on my shoulder.
My heart skipped a beat at the closeness, I still had no idea what was going through my mind about hating the thought of being paired with a male. This was one of the best gifts that I could ever receive. Knowing that, he had forgiven me enough to do this made me thankful that he had given me a chance to be with him.
Turning around, I frowned when I noticed that he had tears in his eyes. I was confused as to why he was crying, and before I could voice my concern, he started talking.
“Something happened while you were sleeping, I could feel it. Max, he
