My Second Chance novel Chapter 28

Ryder's P.O.V

I came in to see Sapphire stare into space with an angry expression. She looked like she was ready to murder someone and piss herself at the same time.

"Kitten, what's wrong?" I asked her pointedly. "Ummm... nothing." She gave me a weak smile. "Then what's that piece of paper crumpled in your fist?" I growled, upset that she lied.

She gulped visibly.

Sapphire's P.O.V

I felt something move behind me. "Done so soon?" I asked without turning around, focusing on placing the last piece of bacon onto Ryder's plate. I suddenly felt a shivery feeling, you know, those when somebody's fingers are close to your skin. Yeah, those. Then I became aware of the heated and piercing gaze on my neck. That's when it clicked, I smelt an old musty scent instead of Ryder's delicious ones.

I spun around, only to find myself facing thin air.

"Who's there?" I called out, in a defensive stance. Nobody answered and the kitchen remained empty and quiet. Must be my imagination, I shrugged. No, I'm hell sure someone was behind us, Drew growled. I felt it too, Gwen frowned. Nah, people don't disappear into thin air, it's just our imagination, I convinced them. Yeah, this must be it, Gwen said sighing in relieve. Guys, we caught another scent, and we both know that it doesn't belong to a werewolf, Drew argued. Enough, it was nothing. There should be a scientific explanation for it if it's real, I argued back. I felt a nagging feeling and knew that I was just trying to turn from the truth. I was sure there was someone. There isn't any for werewolves or demons, Drew snorted. But- That's when I felt my words clog in my throat.

I wanted to get away from there but my hands and legs seem to have a different mind of its own. I walked over to the countertop to see something I hoped I mistaken for something else but I could feel the dread fill my body. Drew didn't even try to say I-told-you-so.

Because right there on the countertop, was a yellow sticky note.

My hand trembled as I reached out for it. The note flew into my hand itself, without me taking it. My facial expression morphed into a confused one.

Magic, Drew whispered. Witches! They are in this too! That's the scent we picked up just now, Gwen said in realization. Witches? I asked, confused. Yeah, they sometimes do things for money, like odd jobs or something, Drew explained. Magic can hurt us right? I whimpered. Yes, unfortunately it can, Drew sighed. Isn't there a goddess in charge of them? Like the moon goddess to werewolves? I frowned. Yeah, there is, but unfortunately, she likes slacking off, Drew grumbled. Who is it? I asked curiously. Hecate, goddess of magic and witchcraft, Drew muttered. Oh, Gwen acknowledged.

I didn't know how that information was suppose to be helpful. I frowned and looked down at the familiar writing scrawled on the yellow piece of paper. I braced myself and read it.

Dear Sapphire, You my naughty girl, are very stubborn. I have to give you a punishment when you get back. The pack is weakening, my darling mate. But don't worry, you'll be here soon. Where you belong. Right next to me. And soon, you'll be bearing my pups and we'll live together happily. Nothing can change that. Love, Graysen.

"Hey! Oh, Sapphire? What's- Ah, I see the problem, good luck though." Alec found his answer when he saw Ryder chasing me. I grinned, cheekily saluted him and rushed off.

"Sapphire! Get back here!" He yelled, not even out of breath. I didn't bother answering and continued to run. "If you don't stop this instant, the kit kats in the fridge goes to my stomach!" He yelled. Sapphire, don't stop! Drew screamed. Too late, I was tackled to the ground. Great, I got distracted by kit kats. Kit Kats are nice, a small voice whispered in my mind. Gah.

"Really? You stopped at the mention of kit kats?" Ryder asked, amused. "Get off me fatty." I wheezed. Not from the running, but from the ton I had on me. "I'm not fat." Ryder said with dignity. "If it helps you sleep at night." I muttered and unfortunately, he heard. "You know. I have the upper hand right now." He raised an eyebrow. "Fine. Just get off me." I grumbled. "The note?" He extended his hand and I hesitantly placed the crumpled note into his open palm. He stood up and dusted himself as I did the same.

I watched Ryder's eyes skim down the note. His eyes immediately darkened, almost pitch black. His body was shaking with rage. He tore the note as if he imagined it was Graysen. Yup, that much hatred and anger. "Ryder...?" I asked hesitantly. "Mine." He growled possessively, gripping my waist. "I know... Calm down, okay? I'm here..." I whispered and he still looks as if he wants to rip someone's head off. "I'm right here." I said soothingly and stroked his cheek gently. He seemed to calm down as his eyes turned back to the original gorgeous shade of stormy grey. "I won't let him touch you." He growled. "I know. I know you won't." I smiled. He pulled my body against his and snuggled into the crook of my shoulder, deeply inhaling my scent. "You won't go to him willingly, right?" He asked worriedly. "It won't happen till the day I declare my hate for kit kats." I smirked and hugged him back. And Lord, let that day never come.

But we still have to leave in 8 days, Gwen whimpered. I flinched when she reminded me. Almost half the time is gone. Let's just forget about everything for a while and enjoy these precious moments, I whispered.

Because I will need them to survive my Changing... sain.