Human Mate of the Doomed Alpha 25

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Chapter 25

Aurora

Do you know that feeling when you reach for the skies, only to fall back to earth no matter how hard you try? Like you’re making progress, only to end up where you started? That’s exactly how I felt with Kaiden. After everything we shared–the heartfelt kisses, the quiet moment, He just disappeared, without so much as a word as always.

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Each day, I sat waiting for him. But instead of Kaiden, I was stuck with Ryker, who seemed to always be around. For the first time, I resented Ryker’s presence–not because of him, but because his being here meant Kaiden wasn’t.

‘Kaiden’s on a business trip‘ Ryker had explained. His words, not mine. But the nagging feeling in the pit of my stomach told me there was more to it. Ariel was still on vacation, and something about this “business trip” didn’t sit right. Ryker said it was urgent, which was why Kaiden hadn’t told me, but I could sense the lie beneath it all.

Still, the least Kaiden could do was call, right? Was I that unimportant to him? His phone was always off when I tried. I hated myself for being played by him and for still caring, even when he treated me like this.

“Rory?” Ryker’s voice pulled me from my thoughts as he peeked into my room.

I turned my head to face him.

“Want to go grocery shopping with me?” he asked, giving me a small smile.

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I knew he was trying to coax me out of my self–imposed isolation–my “room arrest” over the past three days. But I didn’t feel like stepping out.

“No, I’m fine here,” I replied curtly, staring back at the ceiling.

He sighed and stepped into my room, settling onto the bed beside me. I braced myself for the inevitable lecture. That’s the thing about Ryker–he player my big brother role.

“Rory, look at me,” he said firmly.

I ignored him.

“Rory,” he repeated, this time more authoritative.

I huffed and turned to face him, raising an eyebrow as if to say, Let’s get this over with.

“Sit up,” he said, softer now. I reluctantly complied.

“I know you miss Kaiden, but you can’t keep hiding in your room until he gets back,” he began, his voice full of concern.

“I’m not waiting for him, Ryker. I hate him,” I shot back defensively, though we both knew it was a lie.

He chuckled. “You don’t hate him, Rory. You love him.”

“Like,” I corrected, a little too quickly. “I like him.”

Ryker didn’t argue, but the look in his eyes said he didn’t believe me. “I get that you’re upset he left without telling you sulking in your room won’t make him come back any faster. He’ll be back in a few days. Then you can give him a piece of your mind.”

“Fine,” I muttered, realizing he was probably right. Not that I planned on scolding Kaiden when he returned. No, I intended to avoid him altogether. If I wasn’t important to him, then I’d kill whatever feelings I had for him for good.

“Good,” Ryker said with a satisfied grin. “Now, let’s go grocery shopping.”

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“Let me change first,” I said, standing and heading to my wardrobe.

“You’re fine as you are,” he argued, pulling me away from my room.

“Respect a woman’s decision to change her outfit!” I scolded as he grabbed the car keys and led me ox of for marmere

“My bad, Rory,” he teased. “Forgive me for not knowing these things–I don’t have a siter or a prlfriend

“Why don’t you have a girlfriend? You’re good–looking.” I remarked as we stepped into the elevato

“I’m sure Kaiden would get pissed hearing you compliment me like that,” Ryker chuckled textingly, ignoring my question.

“And I couldn’t care less,” I shot back with a smirk. “So, why are you single?” I pressed, determined to get an aver

The elevator dinged open before he could respond, and we stepped out, heading to the car parked in front of the building

As we settled into the car, he finally broke the silence. “I lost my girlfriend a few years ago. I haven’t really gres over

Guilt surged through me at his confession, especially when I noticed the sadness flickering in his eyes. Tm so sorry for your loss. I shouldn’t have asked,” I said softly, genuinely regretting my persistence.

“It’s okay, Rory,” he said with a faint smile, starting the car. “It’s natural to be curious.

His reassurance eased some of my guilt, but his words stayed with me. It seemed I wasn’t the only one haunted by low

We soon pulled up in front of a large grocery store. I climbed out of the car, pausing to wait for Ryker. My gaze wandered to the building, but a wave of unease hit me. Memories of the past surfaced–those trips to buy groceries for the house and restaurant, only to return home and face punishment for “starving them.” It had been the first time the abuse turned physical.

“Are you okay, Rory?” Ryker asked as he joined me, his voice snapping me out of my thoughts.

I forced a smile. “Yeah, I’m fine.”

He didn’t seem convinced but chose not to press. “Stay close to me while we’re inside, alright?” His tone was firm, and I nodded in agreement.

“Good. Let’s go,” he said, leading the way into the store.

As we walked in, a man at the front desk glanced up. “Beta Ryker,” he greeted with a smile that didn’t reach his eyes.

Beta Ryker? The title caught my attention.

“James,” Ryker replied, his tone noticeably colder than usual.

James’s gaze shifted to me, his lips curving into a twisted smile that made my stomach chum.

“This must be your new slut,” he sneered, licking his lips with a perverse glint in his eyes.

I flinched at the vile comment, my breath catching in my throat.

“She’s not my slut, and you’d better watch your tone,” Ryker snapped, his voice sharp with anger.

James laughed, a disgusting sound. “Didn’t know you had a thing for humans too. But then again they are a good fuck. Since she’s not your slut then you can give her to me. I like them small.”

Ryker’s fist connected with James’s face. I gasped as blood gushing from James’s nose. Ryker’s calm and teasing demeanor had vanished, replaced by something dangerous.

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“The next time you say something like that about her, I’ll do more than break your nose,” Ryker growled, his voice low and threatening.

James nodded quickly, fear etched across his face.

Ryker turned back to me, his features softening. “I’m sorry about James. He’s a disgusting excuse for a person.”

I nodded, still shaken by what had just happened. “Why did he call you Beta Ryker?Why do you call Kaiden Alpha? And why did he refer to me as human like it’s some sort of insult? Aren’t we all humans?”

Ryker paused, his expression unreadable for a moment. “You’ve got a lot of questions,” he said with a sigh.

“Kaiden’s called Alpha because he’s the boss, and I’m Beta because I’m his second–in–command. It’s a ranking system we use in our circle. Other groups use it too, so don’t be surprised if you hear it again.”

I nodded, still puzzled by the need for such titles but willing to let it slide for now. “And the human thing?”

Ryker hesitated before answering. “Technically, yeah, we’re all humans. But some people like James feel the need to act superior, like a superior human and use the word ‘human‘ to belittle others whom he believed are beneath him. It’s… messed up.”

I shook my head, frustrated. “It’s ridiculous. We’re all the same. Why act like some people are better than others?”

Ryker offered a wry smile. “As I said it’s messed up.”

He gestured toward the produce section. “Go grab what we need. I’ll wait by the counter.”

I nodded and headed toward the shelves, picking up vegetables and other essentials. Eventually, I wandered to the frozen foods section, debating whether to grab a turkey or a chicken.

“Having trouble deciding?” a voice murmured behind me, so close it sent a chill down my spine. I spun around, startled by the proximity, only to scowl when I saw Owen standing there.

“We meet again, Aurora,” he said, his smile less unsettling this time but no less smug.

“What do you want?” I snapped, my tone sharp enough to draw a chuckle from him.

“Why so hostile? Aren’t you happy to see me?” he teased.

“No, I’m not,” I replied bluntly.

“Well, I suppose I deserve that.” He sighed, his tone unusually sincere. “I’m sorry for how things went last time. Didn’t mean to scare you off.”

It was then I noticed the scar slashing across his face–fresh and raw. It hadn’t been there before.

“You’re wondering about this, aren’t you?” he asked, lightly touching the scar. I said nothing, but my lingering stare must have given me away.

“Let’s just say I got into a disagreement,” he said darkly, his expression clouding. “Things got… messy.”

What kind of “disagreement” leaves someone with a scar like that? Redville might’ve had its issues, but this place seem worse by the minute.

“Can you at least accept my apology?” he asked, pouting in a way that almost seemed genuine.

For a moment, the unease and anger I’d been holding onto melted away. Maybe I’d overreacted before.

“Fine. Apology accepted,” I said, and his grin widened.