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CHAPTER 11

Author: Loveday-Helen
last update publish date: 2026-02-26 18:58:00

~ Doris ~

I woke up feeling tired, too lazy to move at first. Then it hit me, I was in Ryder’s room.

I turned to look beside me, but the bed was empty. He hadn’t come back after leaving last night.

Was he alright?

Or is he avoiding me?

I hugged my knees to my chest and let my thoughts wander.

I shook my head, pushing the thought away. Don’t be silly, Doris. He’s your mate, but that doesn’t mean—

A soft knock pulled me out of my thoughts. I quickly sat up as the do
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