My Second Chance novel Chapter 18

Ryder's P.O.V

"Hey." I wrapped my arms around my mate's slender neck, kissing the top of her head. "Hey. What are you doing here?" She smiled, turning around to give me a quick peck on the lips. "Cleared my schedules. I'm taking the day off." I grinned and slid onto the couch beside her.

God, I wanted to kiss her so much... but the redheaded, Clover was sitting on another couch, looking at us. And I don't think she'll appreciate PDA.

"God... Just kiss already... You guys are eyeing each other like you guys are pieces of meat. And guess what, I haven't missed the lust in the Alpha's eyes. Just get on with it." Clover said exasperated. Sapph blushed while I smirked. Ain't that a nice way to start a conversation. "No thanks. I'll do that later." I gave my mate a heated look which reminded me of last nights kiss. The way she blushed harder confirmed my suspicion of her having the same thoughts.

"I guess I'll have to leave because of the sexual tension." Clover sighed dramatically. "Hey! I thought I was going to train you today." Sapphire protested. "Nope. Go have fun with lover boy. I'll see you later." She grinned. Sapphire frowned, making wrinkles form on her forehead. "Don't do that. You'll get wrinkles on your pretty skin." I muttered, kissing her on the cheek. She immediately stopped frowning. Clover winked at me before skipping out. Yes, skipping. That girl has an undeniable energy in her.

I admit. I told her about my day off and that I wanted to spend it with Sapphire.

"Looks like my plans are cancled." Sapph grumbled, giving me a glare. I laughed and pecked her soft lips. She grumbled under her breath. "Don't pretend you aren't thrilled at the thought of me having a day off." I scoffed. She put on a thoughtful look and said, "no. No, I am not." "Fine." I huffed, crossing my arms. I don't care if I was acting like a child. Who can blame me? My mate, whom I cleared my schedule up for, was disappointed because her friends left and She's stuck with me. "I'm kidding." She grinned and wrapped her arms around my neck.

Her hands felt skinny against my skin. It's almost like she never ate. It's true. I haven't seen her eat a decent meal since she got here. She keeps telling me that she ate snacks here and there.

"You need to eat more. You're too skinny. I like you for who you are." It flew out of my mouth before I could process it. She tensed against my body, her smile fading. She looked almost... lost.

I internally punched myself for ruining the mood as tension filled the air.

"I'm sorry. I shouldn't have said anything." I apologized. "No. It's okay... it's just... it means a lot to me..." she chocked as tears began to fill her eyes. I smiled and wiped away the tear that rolled down her cheek. She must be thinking about the life she desperately got rid off. The bullying and all the rejection she got from the people around her. I smiled and kissed her. It soon became heated and I pinned her down on the couch and kissed her hungrily, letting her feel how much she means to me. She hugged me tightly as she pulled away for air.

"I want to bring you somewhere." I whispered into her ear, making her shudder. I smirked in triumph at the reaction I got. She nodded and hid her face in my chest as her tears slowly stopped.