Chapter 13
211 Words
Always.
Still, when she closed her eyes, she could almost feel his presence near her again. Steady. Strong. Watching.
Her wolf shifted restlessly inside her chest.
Tomorrow she will step fully into her power.
And soon after, she would complete what she had been trained to do.
No matter how unsettling the Alpha’s shadow had become.
Mine.
The word echoed inside her mind so clearly it almost felt spoken.
Her knees weakened slightly.
Ryder’s hand tightened on her shoulder before he seemed to realize what he was doing.
The air around them felt charged.
Every sound faded.
All she could hear was her own heartbeat.
And his.
Her wolf pressed against her ribs, restless and desperate. It recognized him instantly. No hesitation. No doubt.
Mate.
The truth hit her like a blade.
Ryder inhaled sharply. His eyes darkened. Shock flickered across his usually controlled face.
He stepped closer without thinking.
The pull between them grew stronger. Almost painful.
Nova could feel his emotions brushing against hers. Surprise. Confusion. Something fierce and protective rising fast.
“No,” she whispered under her breath.
Her wolf growled low inside her chest.
Yes.
Ryder leaned down slightly. His voice dropped so only she could hear.
“Mate.”
The word was soft. Almost disbelieving.
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