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Author: Claudia
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Ryder’s POV

I had watched her for so long, she didn’t know I was standing right there. I took in how her skin shone under the little ray of light that pierced its way through the blinds, I watched her handle my clothes with care, I watched her every movement and she was yet to notice my presence. So I moved closer, to a spot we’d be able to breathe the same air.

She recognized my presence without looking at my face. Could she have registered my scent? Could she smell me from afar? Is this even real? I questioned myself time and time again. In as much as I want to be easy, and gentle with her, I couldn’t bring myself to because I’m not who she needs. I registered with command and command only will be the interactive tone I will use in our communication. I’m her Alpha after all.

I had noticed the neckpiece earlier, I noticed that as soon as I walked closer to her. But what I didn’t know was it has a pendant. I pretended like I was engrossed in reading the papers I held in my hands
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