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Chapter 24

Author: Skye
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* Star Blood Pack — The Alpha’s Chambers *

Warmth.

That was the first thing Crystal felt as she moved under the thick fur blankets. The warmth of the fire and the warmth of the strong arm curled possessively around her waist.

Ryder.

His slow, steady breath touched the loose strands of her hair as he held her close against his chest. His presence and the sound of his heartbeat against her ear made her body relax.

A faint smile curved her lips as she opened her eyes to the glow of dawn entering through the high windows of the Alpha’s chamber.

The scents here were welcoming

Home.

Her wolf whispered in her mind strangely

Ryder shifted behind her, his arm tightening gently. “You’re awake, little wolf” he murmured against her temple, his voice low and rough with sleep.

Crystal hummed softly. “I am”

He nuzzled her hair, his breath warm. “You slept well"

They lay in silence for a while longer until a gentle knock sounded at the chamber door.

“Enter” Ry
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