I had my heart in my mouth as I walked down the shiny hallway and descended the stairs. I had even forgotten to use the railings. An electric current swept through my body as I finally stopped in front of Alpha Ryder.
I looked around and found out that everyone was gone. They must have gone to their respective rooms. It was better this way. If Ryder was going to humiliate me, it would have less effect.
I wondered why he summoned me. I wondered what he was up to now. Or did he want to apologize to me? I sure would be surprised if he did that, but I knew it was not possible.
His gaze pierced my skin. His eyes captured mine but I looked away to avoid them.
There was silence, abrupt silence. It was deafening, safe enough for the beating of my heart and the inhaling and exhaling of our
